INEVITABLE Synonyms: 44 Similar and Opposite Words

inevitable

adjective

i-ˈne-və-tə-bəl

Definition of inevitable

as in necessary

impossible to avoid or evade getting wet is inevitable if you are going to try to give your dog a bath

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Recent Examples of inevitable Allow the old patch to be trusted for four years and counting, and successful exploitation is almost inevitable. — Dan Goodin, ArsTechnica, 3 Nov. 2026 Quenton Jackson added 20 points and Braden Smith had 19 points and 10 assists for the Pacers, who dropped their fifth straight game — a result that might have been considered inevitable before tipoff. — CBS News, 3 Nov. 2026 There was a moment in time — or several moments, actually — when the Chiefs’ late-game magic felt inevitable. — Sam McDowell, Kansas City Star, 2 Nov. 2026 Styles, and fellow A-listers like George Clooney or Tom Hanks, are inevitable interlopers. — Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 2 Nov. 2026 See All Example Sentences for inevitable

Recent Examples of Synonyms for inevitable

Adjective

The Board will take the time necessary to thoughtfully evaluate the circumstances before taking any appropriate next steps regarding district leadership as the facts become clearer.

— Jack Lowenstein, CBS News, 3 Nov. 2026
Both Lawler and Conley called on voters to be patient and to stay in line as long as necessary to vote.

— Dave Goldiner, New York Daily News, 3 Nov. 2026

Definition of necessary

Adjective

Digital twin technology makes this possible by creating virtual representations of real-world objects, systems, and processes that can be updated with operational data.

— Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 8 Nov. 2026
The meteorological agency warned people to brace for possible strong quakes in the coming week, especially the next two to three days.

— Yuri Kageyama, Los Angeles Times, 8 Nov. 2026

Definition of possible

Adjective

Guest rooms have a modern lodge appeal, wood and plaid throws, a simple desk for the unavoidable work check-in, and an emphasis on eco-awareness, like WinkBed mattresses and natural bath products from EO Essential Oils.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 31 Oct. 2026
Enrollment has fallen, empty seats cost money, and difficult choices are unavoidable.

— Tim Lonergan, Sun Sentinel, 29 Oct. 2026