Unalienable

/ˌʌnˈeɪlɪnəbl/

Meaning & Definition

adjective
Not capable of being taken away or denied; inherent and guaranteed.
The Declaration of Independence states that all men are created equal, and they are endowed with certain unalienable rights.
Firmly established and unable to be surrendered.
The right to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness are considered unalienable in democratic societies.
Intrinsic and inviolable; a characteristic of human rights.
The organization's mission was to protect the unalienable freedoms of every individual around the world.

Etymology

Derived from the prefix 'un-' meaning not, and 'alienable' which means transferable or sellable.

Common Phrases and Expressions

unalienable rights
Rights that cannot be taken away, often associated with natural rights.

Related Words

inalienable
Not able to be taken away or transferred.
rights
Legal, social, or ethical principles of freedom or entitlement.

Slang Meanings