Unavoidable

/ˌʌn.əˈvɔɪ.də.bəl/

Meaning & Definition

adjective
Unable to be avoided, prevented, or ignored.
The heavy rain made it unavoidable for the game to be canceled.
Certain to happen; inevitable.
With climate change, some level of disruption to our weather patterns seems unavoidable.
Not able to be evaded or escaped.
The unavoidable consequences of his actions led to significant repercussions.
Inescapable; certain to occur.
Learning from failure is an unavoidable part of personal growth.

Etymology

Derived from the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not', and 'avoidable', which comes from 'avoid'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

an unavoidable truth
A fact that must be acknowledged.
unavoidable conclusion
A result that follows logically from the information presented.
unavoidable delay
A postponement that cannot be prevented.

Related Words

inevitable
Certain to happen; unavoidable.
necessary
Required to be done, achieved, or present; needed.

Slang Meanings

That’s in the cards
With all the factors at play, it's just in the cards, man.
Can't be helped
Sometimes things just can't be helped, you know?