Meaning & Definition of word "Unbearably"

Unbearably

/ʌnˈbɛərə.bli/

adverb:

  • 1. In a manner that is impossible to bear or tolerate; to an intolerable extent.
    • Example: The heat was unbearably intense during the summer months.
  • 2. In a way that causes great discomfort or distress.
    • Example: She found the silence in the room unbearably oppressive.
  • 3. To an extreme or overwhelming degree.
    • Example: He was unbearably rude to the guests at the party.
  • 4. In a way that surpasses the limits of endurance.
    • Example: The pain from the injury was unbearably sharp.

Etymology

From 'un-' meaning 'not' and 'bearable', derived from 'bear', with the suffix '-ly'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

unbearably hot:

So hot that it cannot be tolerated.

unbearably sad:

So sad that it causes extreme distress.

Related Words

bear:

To endure or tolerate.

bearable:

Able to be endured; tolerable.

unbearable:

Not able to be endured.

Slang Meanings of unbearably

Meaning: Unbearable annoyance.

Example Sentence: That noise is unbearably annoying!

Meaning: Totally can't handle it.

Example Sentence: The workload is unbearably heavy this week!