What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
unplacable
Example
The child was so upset that he was completely unplacable. [unplacable: adjective]
Example
The conflict between the two countries seems to be unplacable. [unplacable: adjective]
unpacifiable
Example
The protesters were unpacifiable, no matter what the government offered. [unpacifiable: adjective]
Example
The tension between the two sides was unpacifiable, leading to violence. [unpacifiable: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Unplacable and unpacifiable are both relatively uncommon words and may not be familiar to many English learners. However, unplacable is slightly more common in everyday language.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between unplacable and unpacifiable?
Unpacifiable is a more formal word than unplacable and is often used in academic or political contexts. Unplacable is more informal and can be used in a wider range of contexts.
