Definitions
- Describing something that has not been clarified or accounted for. - Referring to a situation or event that lacks an explanation or reason. - Talking about a phenomenon or occurrence that is not understood or explained.
- Describing something that cannot be explained or understood. - Referring to a situation or event that defies rational explanation. - Talking about a phenomenon or occurrence that is beyond comprehension or explanation.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe situations or events that lack explanation.
- 2Both words convey a sense of mystery or confusion.
- 3Both words can be used to describe phenomena that are difficult to understand or explain.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Unexplained is more commonly used than inexplicable in everyday language.
- 2Degree of mystery: Inexplicable suggests a higher degree of mystery or confusion than unexplained.
- 3Emphasis: Unexplained emphasizes the lack of explanation or clarity, while inexplicable emphasizes the inability to understand or explain.
- 4Connotation: Inexplicable has a more negative connotation than unexplained, suggesting frustration or helplessness in the face of the unknown.
- 5Formality: Inexplicable is more formal than unexplained and is often used in academic or technical contexts.
Remember this!
Unexplained and inexplicable both describe situations or events that lack explanation or understanding. However, inexplicable suggests a higher degree of mystery or confusion than unexplained, and has a more negative connotation. Unexplained is more commonly used in everyday language, while inexplicable is more formal and often used in academic or technical contexts.
