impossible
/ɪmˈpɒsəbəl/ · /ɪmˈpɑːsəbəl/
CEFR level A2Topic ThinkingWord #1472 in the learning path
不可能的
Definitions
adj. unable to happen, exist, or be done
不可能的
adj. extremely difficult to deal with or satisfy
极难应付的
Example
It is impossible to fit this sofa through the doorway.
这张沙发根本无法从门口搬进去。
Without reliable public transport, it is almost impossible for some rural residents to access essential services.
没有可靠的公共交通，一些农村居民几乎无法获得基本服务。
Collocations
- almost impossible
- impossible task
- make it impossible to
Word family
- possible (adj.)
- impossibility (n.)
- impossibly (adv.)
Synonyms
- unachievable
- unfeasible
Antonyms
- possible
Usage tip
常用it is impossible to do，表示不可能做某事。
FAQ
- What does impossible mean?
- unable to happen, exist, or be done extremely difficult to deal with or satisfy
- How is impossible pronounced?
- UK /ɪmˈpɒsəbəl/, US /ɪmˈpɑːsəbəl/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
