inscrutable
/ɪnˈskruːtəbəl/
English C2 · ProficientadjectiveDescribing things
inscrutable (adjective) means impossible to understand or know what someone thinks.
Persian: نامفهوم، رمزآلود
Meaning of inscrutable
| Word | inscrutable |
|---|---|
| Definition | impossible to understand or know what someone thinks |
| Persian | نامفهوم، رمزآلود |
| Pronunciation | /ɪnˈskruːtəbəl/ |
| Part of speech | adjective |
| Level | C2 (Proficient) |
Example sentence
His face was calm and inscrutable.
چهرهاش آرام و رمزآلود بود.
Synonyms of inscrutable
mysterious, unfathomable
Opposites of inscrutable
transparent
Common phrases with inscrutable
- inscrutable face
- inscrutable smile
- an inscrutable expression
Related English words
austereplain and simple, without comfort or decoration; strict · C2copiousexisting in large amounts · C2disparateso different that they cannot be compared · C2enigmaticmysterious and difficult to understand · C2exemplaryso good that it can be used as an example · C2impeccableperfect and without any mistakes · C2meticulousvery careful and paying attention to every detail · C2mundaneordinary and not interesting or exciting · C2
Questions about inscrutable
What does inscrutable mean?
inscrutable (adjective) means impossible to understand or know what someone thinks.
What is the Persian meaning of inscrutable?
inscrutable means نامفهوم، رمزآلود in Persian.
What level is the word inscrutable?
inscrutable is a English C2 (proficient) word.
What is another word for inscrutable?
Words close in meaning to inscrutable include mysterious, unfathomable.
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