Inmutable (en. Immutable)

/inˈmutable/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
Not subject to changes or alterations.
His character is immutable in the face of adversity.
Su carácter es inmutable frente a las adversidades.
Which remains the same over time.
The law is immutable; it cannot be easily changed.
La ley es inmutable, no puede cambiarse fácilmente.
Fixed or constant, which does not allow itself to be influenced.
His opinions are immutable and he does not accept discussion.
Sus opiniones son inmutables y no acepta discusión.

Etymology

From Latin 'immutabilis', where 'in-' means 'not' and 'mutabilis' means 'that can change'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

immutable as a rock
One who is extremely firm in their beliefs or decisions.
inmutable como una roca
immutable law
A norm that cannot be modified.
ley inmutable
to be immutable
Being able to resist emotional or opinion changes.
ser inmutable

Related Words

invariability
Quality of being invariable or constant.
invariabilidad
immutability
Nature of being unable to be changed.
inmutabilidad
constancy
Perseverance in a behavior or attitude.
constancia

Slang Meanings

To have a firm and inflexible attitude.
Sometimes it's good to be immutable, but at other times you have to know when to yield.
A veces es bueno ser inmutable, pero en otras ocasiones hay que saber ceder.
Not to change one's mind under any circumstances.
He is so immutable that he doesn't even consider other perspectives.
Es tan inmutable que ni siquiera considera otras perspectivas.