What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
ungroundable
Example
Her grades were good, so she was ungroundable. [ungroundable: adjective]
Example
He forgot to do his chores, but it wasn't a big deal, so he was ungroundable. [ungroundable: adjective]
unpunishable
Example
The thief got away with the crime because it was unpunishable. [unpunishable: adjective]
Example
His behavior was so outrageous that it was almost unpunishable. [unpunishable: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Unpunishable is a more commonly used word than ungroundable in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between ungroundable and unpunishable?
Unpunishable is a more formal word than ungroundable and is often used in legal contexts.
