What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
insolvable
Example
The math problem was insolvable, even after hours of trying. [insolvable: adjective]
Example
The conflict between the two countries seemed insolvable, with no clear path to peace. [insolvable: adjective]
unsolvable
Example
The mystery of the missing plane remains unsolvable, despite extensive search efforts. [unsolvable: adjective]
Example
The puzzle was unsolvable without the missing piece. [unsolvable: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Unsolvable is more commonly used than insolvable in everyday language, while insolvable is more commonly used in formal contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between insolvable and unsolvable?
Insolvable is more formal than unsolvable, and is often used in academic or legal writing to describe problems or issues that have no solution.
