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incombustible

[ˌɪnkəmˈbʌstəbl]

incombustible Definition

not capable of being burned; not flammable.

Using incombustible: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "incombustible" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The building materials used in the construction were incombustible.

  • Example

    The incombustible nature of the material made it ideal for use in high-temperature environments.

  • Example

    The fire was contained due to the incombustible walls of the building.

incombustible Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for incombustible

Antonyms for incombustible

Origins of incombustible

from Latin 'in-' meaning 'not' + 'combustibilis' meaning 'combustible'

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Summary: incombustible in Brief

'Incombustible' [ˌɪnkəmˈbʌstəbl] refers to something that cannot be burned or is not flammable. It is often used to describe building materials or substances that are resistant to high temperatures, such as 'The building materials used in the construction were incombustible.' The term has synonyms like 'nonflammable' and 'fireproof,' and antonyms like 'flammable' and 'combustible.'