Spanish word

innegable

Pronunciation

IPA/inneˈɣaβle/

Meaning

  • adjectiveundeniable

Example

Es innegable que hace calor hoy.

It is undeniable that it's hot today.

Illustration for innegable (undeniable)

More examples

El valor de su obra es innegable.

The value of his work is undeniable.

Core concept

A closed case file stamped resolved with no loose threads.

Common phrases

  • ser innegable

    be undeniable

  • es innegable que

    it is undeniable that

Similar words

obvio: Obvious at first glance and instantly noticeable.
evidente: Clear once examined or supported by basic evidence.
indudable: Undeniably certain, leaving no room for doubt.
patente: Clearly visible and easy to acknowledge.

Definition in Spanish

Indica algo tan claro o cierto que no admite negación.

Word origin

From Latin innegabilis, combining in- 'not' with negare 'to deny', giving the sense 'not able to be denied' preserved in Spanish.

Usage tips

  • Stronger than evidente or obvio, innegable implies a claim is presented as beyond dispute rather than merely obvious.

Other meanings

  • obviousadjective
  • unmistakableadjective

Opposites

  • cuestionablequestionableadjective

Related words

  • innegablementeundeniablyadverb

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