unvermeidlich
Translation
inevitable, unavoidable
Examples
Eine Niederlage war unvermeidlich.
A defeat was inevitable.
Das sind die unvermeidlichen Folgen.
These are the inevitable consequences.
Grammar Patterns
((to be)) + ((Adjective)) to be inevitable Change is inevitable.
((Adjective)) + ((Noun)) an inevitable ... That is an inevitable consequence.
Similar Words
Synonyms: unausweichlich, zwangsläufig, unvermeidbar; Antonym: vermeidlich
Etymology
From prefix un- (not) + verb vermeiden (to avoid) + suffix -lich (-ly/-able). Very similar in structure and meaning to 'unvermeidbar'.
Memory Tips
Almost interchangeable with 'unvermeidbar', but 'unvermeidlich' can carry a slightly stronger sense of fate or destiny.