Meaning & Definition of word "Unalienable"

Unalienable

/ˌʌnˈeɪlɪnəbl/

adjective:

  • 1. Not capable of being taken away or denied; inherent and guaranteed.
    • Example: The Declaration of Independence states that all men are created equal, and they are endowed with certain unalienable rights.
  • 2. Firmly established and unable to be surrendered.
    • Example: The right to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness are considered unalienable in democratic societies.
  • 3. Intrinsic and inviolable; a characteristic of human rights.
    • Example: 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 of unalienable