Unsurmountable (Adjective)

Meaning ¹

Incapable of being surmounted or climbed.

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Examples

• The steep and rocky cliff presented an unsurmountable obstacle for the hikers, forcing them to turn back.
• The mountain's sheer face was an unsurmountable challenge for even the most experienced climbers.
• The ancient fortress walls were considered unsurmountable, protecting the city from invaders for centuries.
• The dense jungle and treacherous terrain made the trek to the lost city an unsurmountable task.
• The vertical ice wall was an unsurmountable barrier, blocking the team's path to the summit.

Synonyms

• Unclimbable

Meaning ²

Not capable of being surmounted or overcome; "insurmountable disadvantages".

Classification

All adjective clusters.

Examples

• The team's financial struggles presented an unsurmountable obstacle to their participation in the international tournament.
• After evaluating the project's costs and potential returns, the company deemed the financial risks unsurmountable and decided to cancel the project.
• Lack of access to quality education created an unsurmountable barrier for many students in low-income communities trying to pursue higher education.
• Despite their best efforts, the team found the mountain's steep terrain and inclement weather to be an unsurmountable challenge.
• The old, outdated technology created an unsurmountable gap between the company's capabilities and the demands of the modern market.

Synonyms

• Insurmountable