Word Ultra — Set 176

Set 176 of Word Ultra covers 5 words: inexorable, discarnate, anisotropic, munificent, indelible. Each entry below includes its definition, an example sentence, and synonyms — practice them with the interactive cards above.

1. inexorable · adjective/ɪˈnɛksərəbəl/

   impossible to stop or prevent

   The inexorable march of time leaves no one untouched by its passing.

   Synonyms: unyielding, relentless, unavoidable

   Origin: from Latin inexorabilis, meaning 'not to be moved by prayers or entreaties'

2. discarnate · adjective/dɪsˈkɑrnɪt/

   having no physical body or form

   Many cultures believe in the existence of discarnate spirits that watch over the living.

   Synonyms: incorporeal, ethereal, disembodied

   Origin: from Latin 'discarnatus', past participle of 'discarnare' which means 'to free from the flesh', from 'dis-' (apart) + 'carnare' (to make flesh, from 'caro' meaning 'flesh')

3. anisotropic · adjective/æn.ɪ.səˈtrɑ.pɪk/

   having different properties or behaviors in different directions

   The material exhibits anisotropic thermal conductivity, allowing it to dissipate heat more effectively in one direction than another.

   Synonyms: directional, non-uniform, heterogeneous

   Origin: The word 'anisotropic' comes from the Greek prefix 'an-' meaning 'not' and 'isotropic' which comes from 'iso-' meaning 'equal' and 'tropikos' meaning 'turning' or 'direction'.

4. munificent · adjective/mjuˈnɪf.ɪ.sənt/

   showing great generosity or abundance

   The philanthropist's munificent donations to the local school significantly improved its facilities and resources.

   Synonyms: generous, bounteous, liberal

   Origin: from Latin 'munificus', meaning 'bountiful or generous', derived from 'munus' meaning 'gift or service'

5. indelible · adjective/ɪnˈdɛl.ə.bəl/

   impossible to remove or erase

   The photograph left an indelible mark on her memory, reminding her of a joyful day spent with friends.

   Synonyms: permanent, unerasable, unforgettable

   Origin: from Latin 'indelibilis', from 'in-' meaning 'not' + 'delibilis' meaning 'able to be deleted'