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insoluble

Pronunciation: /ɪnˈsɒljʊb(ə)l/

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Definition of insoluble

adjective

  • 1impossible to solve:the problem is not insoluble
  • 2(of a substance) incapable of being dissolved:once dry, the paints become insoluble in water

Derivatives

insolubility

Pronunciation: /-ˈbɪlɪti/

noun

insolubilize

(also insolubilise) verb

insolubly

adverb

Origin:

late Middle English: from Old French, or from Latin insolubilis, from in- 'not' + solubilis (see soluble)

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