What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
nonpassible
Example
The road was nonpassible due to the heavy snowfall. [nonpassible: adjective]
Example
The language barrier made communication nonpassible between the two parties. [nonpassible: noun]
impassable
Example
The bridge was impassable due to the flooding. [impassable: adjective]
Example
The language barrier made communication impassable between the two parties. [impassable: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Impassable is more commonly used than nonpassible in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between nonpassible and impassable?
Nonpassible is more formal than impassable and is often used in technical or legal contexts.
