insolvable

/ɪnˈsɒlvəbəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

unable to be solved or explained; impossible to find a solution for

“The mathematicians struggled to find a solution to the insolvable equation.”

2. noun

a problem or situation that is unable to be solved or explained

“The insolvability of the mystery had the detectives stumped for weeks.”

Synonyms

  • intractable
  • unsolvable

Antonyms

  • resolvable
  • solvable