What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
inexorably
Example
The inexorable march of time cannot be stopped. [inexorable: adjective]
Example
The company's financial decline was inexorably linked to its poor management decisions. [inexorably: adverb]
inevitably
Example
If you don't study for the exam, you will inevitably fail. [inevitably: adverb]
Example
The increase in pollution will inevitably lead to environmental problems. [inevitably: adverb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Inevitably is more commonly used than inexorably in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between inexorably and inevitably?
Both inexorably and inevitably are formal words that are typically used in academic or professional contexts. However, inevitably is more versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
