inevitable

/ɪnɪˈvɪtəbəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

cannot be avoided or prevented; certain to happen

“The company’s bankruptcy seemed inevitable given its poor financial management.”

2. noun

a situation or event that cannot be avoided or prevented

“The storm was considered an inevitable consequence of the hurricane’s trajectory.”

Synonyms

  • certain
  • fated
  • inescapable
  • inevitable
  • unavoidable

Antonyms

  • avoidable
  • possible
  • preventable