Meaning & Definition of word "Interminable"

Interminable

/ɪnˈtɜːrmɪnəbl/

adjective:

  • 1. Endless or seemingly endless; having no termination.
    • Example: The meeting dragged on with interminable discussions that seemed to go nowhere.
  • 2. Monotonously or tiresomely protracted.
    • Example: I couldn't bear the interminable lecture that lasted well into the evening.
  • 3. Continuing for an indefinitely long time.
    • Example: The film was filled with interminable scenes that tested the audience's patience.

Etymology

From Latin 'interminabilis', meaning 'unlimited'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

interminable wait:

A wait that feels excessively long or never-ending.

interminable lecture:

A lecture that seems to go on forever without conclusion.

Related Words

eternal:

Lasting forever or for an indefinite period.

perpetual:

Never-ending or changing.

Slang Meanings of interminable

Meaning: Never-ending situation that feels frustrating.

Example Sentence: This homework is so interminable, I can't take it anymore!

Meaning: Boring or tedious task that seems to last forever.

Example Sentence: That was the most interminable game I've ever played.