impassable

adjective

(ˌ)im-ˈpa-sə-bəl How to pronounce impassable (audio)
variants also impassible
Definition of impassablenext
as in dense
impossible to get through or into the road was impassable until snowplows cleared it

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Recent Examples of impassable The fleeing bear apparently had come to the foot of one of those vertical lava cliffs that make the walls of these canyons straight-sided and impassable in places. — Frank C. Hibben, Outdoor Life, 15 July 2026 That could change if the conflict continues and the Strait of Hormuz, a key passage for a chunk of the world’s fuel and fertilizer, becomes impassable. — Hugh Son,laya Neelakandan,leslie Picker,ritika Shah, CNBC, 14 July 2026 Nearby Rogers Pass, once considered nearly impassable, played a pivotal role in the construction of the Canadian Pacific Railway and remains one of the most dramatic stretches of mountain scenery in the country. — Alexandra Emanuelli, Travel + Leisure, 13 July 2026 Officials on Saturday morning said the Gilman Trail is impassable and closed near the Edgelawn Avenue east trailhead due to flooding. — Aurora Beacon-News, Chicago Tribune, 4 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for impassable
Recent Examples of Synonyms for impassable
  1. dense
  2. close
  3. impervious
  4. impenetrable
  5. impermeable
  6. impregnable
  7. frozen
  8. thick
Adjective
  • The treat is made from blending water, sugar and fruit flavorings into a smooth dense consistency.
    — Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 26 July 2026
  • This Asian shrub fits easily into gardens, with a dense, compact habit and clusters of tiny pink or white flowers in late spring or summer.
    — Beth Botts, Chicago Tribune, 25 July 2026
Definition of dense
Adjective
  • Accessibility for those with mobility impairments There will be a closer drop-off point to the main building, while the longer pathway will allow for wheelchair access, with two bandas accessible via ramps.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 27 July 2026
  • Here’s a closer look at how time in the water can benefit your health.
    — Patricia Neligan, AJC.com, 27 July 2026
Definition of close
Adjective
  • Properties with at least five acres of impervious surface will be subject to the rules.
    — Ian James, Los Angeles Times, 29 July 2026
  • Since her move, Hampton has established herself as England’s No 1 and one of the WSL’s most impervious goalkeepers.
    — Megan Feringa, New York Times, 28 July 2026
Definition of impervious
Adjective
  • The Trojans kill the messenger, then haul the horse past their walled city’s impenetrable gates.
    — Hillary Busis, Vanity Fair, 15 July 2026
  • The Athletic’s Tomas Hill Lopez-Menchero breaks down Spain’s impenetrable defense, while Cerys Jones analyzes whether Kylian Mbappe can guide France to a third consecutive World Cup final.
    — The Athletic, New York Times, 15 July 2026
Definition of impenetrable
Adjective
  • Spain needed until the 106th minute to slip a Ferran Torres shot past the impermeable goalkeeping of Argentina’s Emiliano Martínez, whose championship-game record 11 saves proved one too few.
    — Jerry Brewer, New York Times, 20 July 2026
  • Chocolate brown stripes punctuate a light charcoal gray background, and the low-pile weave made from recycled polyester gives it an impermeable, easy-to-clean surface.
    — Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 26 June 2026
Definition of impermeable
Adjective
  • As recidivist would-be escapees, de Boeldieu, Marechal, and Rosenthal are transferred to an impregnable medieval fortress, commanded by Captain von Rauffenstein, now burnt, broken in body, and wearing a neck brace.
    — Thomas Doherty, HollywoodReporter, 18 July 2026
  • Playing on home soil in a venue that has become an almost impregnable fortress, El Tri will face England in the Round of 16 — in what is arguably the most important match in Mexican soccer history.
    — Carlos Rodriguez, Chicago Tribune, 5 July 2026
Definition of impregnable
Adjective
  • His sons grew the family’s work from their New Haven, Connecticut, bakery to supermarkets around the country with frozen bagels.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 21 July 2026
  • Completed with a touch of lactose for a creamy finish, this hard seltzer is inspired by a classic summer frozen treat.
    — Jess Fleming, Twin Cities, 21 July 2026
Definition of frozen
Adjective
  • The dishes use simple seasoning like thick Atlantic Salt, olive oil and lemon to enhance instead of masking the ingredients.
    — Connie Ogle July 31, Miami Herald, 31 July 2026
  • Sweltering heat waves, heavy rain and thick wildfire smoke have often made outdoor activities dangerous.
    — Brittney Melton, NPR, 30 July 2026
Definition of thick

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