Basic Details
Word: Inevitable
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Certain to happen; unavoidable.
Synonyms: Unavoidable, inescapable, certain
Antonyms: Avoidable, preventable, unlikely
Idioms and Phrases
- In the inevitable manner: Doing something without any doubt of the outcome. Example: "She completed her exam in the inevitable manner, knowing she had prepared well."
- As sure as death and taxes: Something that is unavoidable. Example: "Graduation day, as sure as death and taxes, is coming up fast!"
Usage Examples
Example 1: It was inevitable that the storm would cause delays in our travel plans.
Example 2: With the fixed schedule, it felt inevitable that we would finish the project by Friday.
Example 3: Change is inevitable in life, and we must learn to adapt.
Fun Fact
The word "inevitable" comes from the Latin word "inevitabilis," which means 'unavoidable.' This has been in use since the late 14th century.
Famous Quote
"In this world, nothing is certain except death and taxes." Benjamin Franklin
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "inevitable" mean?
a) Certain to happen
b) Unlikely to happen
c) Unexpected
d) Optional
Answer: a) Certain to happen
2. Which of these is a synonym of "inevitable"?
a) Avoidable
b) Uncertain
c) Unavoidable
d) Optional
Answer: c) Unavoidable
3. Which of these is an antonym of "inevitable"?
a) Unavoidable
b) Certain
c) Preventable
d) Inescapable
Answer: c) Preventable
4. Which sentence uses "inevitable" correctly?
a) The sun will inevitably set tonight.
b) It was inevitable that he won the race early.
c) I can make the rain inevitable by staying indoors.
d) His smile is inevitable in every situation.
Answer: a) The sun will inevitably set tonight.
5. What does the idiom "as sure as death and taxes" mean?
a) Something that is impossible
b) Something that is easy
c) Something that is inevitable
d) Something that is rare
Answer: c) Something that is inevitable
