What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
unoperatable
Example
The tumor was deemed unoperatable due to its location and size. [unoperatable: adjective]
Example
The damage to the engine was so severe that it was unoperatable. [unoperatable: adjective]
inoperable
Example
The cancer had spread too far, making it inoperable. [inoperable: adjective]
Example
The machine was broken beyond repair, rendering it inoperable. [inoperable: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Inoperable is more commonly used than unoperatable in everyday language and is more versatile in different contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between unoperatable and inoperable?
Inoperable is more formal and commonly used in professional or academic settings, while unoperatable is more informal and less commonly used in formal contexts.
