indefensible

Meanings

• Adjective

  Unable to be defended or justified, particularly in argument or debate.

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Antonyms

defensible

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Synonyms

inexcusable , unpardonable , insupportable , invalid , untenable , vulnerable

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Variants

List of all variants of indefensible that leads to same result
indefensibilities , indefensibility , indefensible , indefensibly

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Etymology

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From the Latin word 'indefensibilis' meaning 'unprotectable' or 'undefendable'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'indefensible' was first used in English literature in the 15th century.

2. The word 'indefensible' is often used in legal contexts to describe actions that are morally or ethically wrong and cannot be justified in a court of law.

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Related Concepts

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1. Untenable: Relating to a position or argument that cannot be maintained or defended.

2. Unjustifiable: Unable to be justified or explained, particularly in terms of right or wrong.

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Culture

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In literature, 'indefensible' is often used to describe actions or decisions that are morally or ethically wrong and cannot be justified or explained.

How to Memorize "indefensible"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a situation where someone is making an argument that cannot be defended. Visualize the person becoming increasingly frustrated and unable to provide a valid response.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'indefensible' with actions or decisions that are morally or ethically wrong and cannot be justified or explained.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'In Defense Of' to remember the opposite meaning of 'indefensible'.

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