Inviolable (en. Inviolable)
ɛ̃vijɔlabl
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
adjective
Refers to a principle or right that cannot be infringed.
Property is an inviolable right.
La propriété est un droit inviolable.
Protected against any violation.
This document has an inviolable clause.
Ce document a une clause inviolable.
Must be respected and preserved.
International agreements are often inviolable.
Les accords internationaux sont souvent inviolables.
Etymology
From Latin 'inviolabilis', composed of 'in-' (negation) and 'violabilis' (that which can be violated).
Common Phrases and Expressions
inviolable rights
Rights that cannot be infringed.
droits inviolables
inviolable zone
Space where no intrusion is allowed.
zone inviolable
inviolable principles
Principles that must be respected at all costs.
principes inviolables
Related Words
inviolability
Character of that which is inviolable.
inviolabilité
violation
Action of harming something.
violation
sacred
Deserving of particular respect.
sacré
Slang Meanings
Inviolable in a humorous sense, something very respected.
For me, chocolate is inviolable!
Pour moi, le chocolat est inviolable !
Idea of a principle that must never be questioned.
In our group, loyalty is inviolable.
Dans notre bande, la loyauté est inviolable.