unausweichlich
inevitable · unavoidable
Etwas, das man nicht verhindern oder umgehen kann und das sicher passieren wird.
The German word "unausweichlich" is an adjective that means "inevitable" or "unavoidable". It is composed of the prefix "un-" (which negates) and the root "ausweichlich," derived from the verb "ausweichen," meaning "to avoid." Therefore, "unausweichlich" signifies something that cannot be avoided or circumvented.
Similar words in German include "unvermeidlich" (unavoidable), "zwangsläufig" (necessarily), and "unabwendbar" (irresistible).
The differences among these words lie mainly in their connotations and contexts:
- "Unvermeidlich" emphasizes not being able to avoid an outcome outright, while "unausweichlich" highlights the impossibility of evasion.
- "Zwangsläufig" covers a broader range of sense, where the circumstances force a particular result.
- "Unabwendbar" specifically means something cannot be directed away, often used for more serious contexts.
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Examples
Das Ergebnis war unausweichlich.adjective
The result was inevitable.
Für viele Menschen bleibt dieser Fehler unausweichlich.adjective
For many people, this mistake remains unavoidable.
Der Wechsel der Jahreszeiten ist unausweichlich.adjective
The change of the seasons is inevitable.
Der Zusammenstoß war unausweichlich, weil niemand bremsen konnte.adjective
The collision was unavoidable because no one could brake.
Manchmal fühlt sich der Stress im Alltag unausweichlich an.adjective
Sometimes the stress of everyday life feels unavoidable.
Die unausweichliche Veränderung machte viele Menschen nervös.adjective
The inevitable change made many people nervous.
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