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"Unassailable" vs. "irrefutable": words that stand firm
Lloyd Cooper 05/10/2024, 23:33
What is similar?
Both words are adjectives that indicate the concept of being unable to be disproved or attacked successfully. They suggest a level of certainty or strength in an argument or position.
What is different?
Unassailable often refers to something that cannot be attacked or criticized, usually in an abstract or strategic sense, while irrefutable specifically means something that cannot be proved wrong or denied, focusing more on evidence or truth.
Which one is more common?
Examples of usage
Unassailable- The fortress was located on an unassailable mountain peak.
- Her reputation for integrity rendered her position unassailable.
- The team's lead in the points standings was unassailable.
- The lawyer presented irrefutable evidence that convinced the jury.
- Her argument was based on irrefutable facts and data.
- The scientist's findings were considered irrefutable by the academic community.
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