unappeasable

adjective

ˌən-ə-ˈpē-zə-bəl How to pronounce unappeasable (audio)
Definition of unappeasablenext
1
as in insatiable
incapable of being satisfied it turned out that the public's appetite for sadistic horror movies was not unappeasable after all

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2
as in relentless
showing no signs of slackening or yielding in one's purpose warned that the nation was dealing with an unappeasable enemy

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Recent Examples of unappeasable But sometimes people are unpleasable and unappeasable. — Jay Nordlinger, National Review, 6 Jan. 2023 In 2022, his compulsion to sing and pick his guitar and ramble the roads is undiminished and, evidently, unappeasable. — Jody Rosen, New York Times, 17 Aug. 2022 This lesson may finally hit home on Friday, when the big-hearted Sun in your foundational fourth house clashes with unappeasable Saturn in your relationship realm. — The Astrotwins, ELLE, 13 Nov. 2022
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unappeasable
  1. insatiable
  2. relentless
  3. unquenchable
  4. determined
  5. urgent
  6. grim
  7. avid
  8. persistent
Adjective
  • Both records sum up the delicious fragmentation of the 2020’s — our seemingly insatiable appetite for novel combinations of rhythm and sound.
    — Ernesto Lechner, Los Angeles Times, 11 Mar. 2025
  • However, as the brothers’ insatiable thirst for power ignites growing discord, the community fractures, and Rena’s family aligns with Ervil.
    — Denise Petski, Deadline, 27 Mar. 2025
Definition of insatiable
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  • This dedication serves as the driving force behind every donation, propelling us forward in our relentless pursuit of progress in cancer research.
    — Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 8 Apr. 2025
  • The Trump administration has been relentless about scrubbing government websites of all mentions of climate change, no matter how anodyne, but this was gentle stuff.
    — Ross Andersen, The Atlantic, 6 Apr. 2025
Definition of relentless
Adjective
  • Related Articles San Jose Earthquakes hosting free concert with superstar music act Stanford Jazz Festival announces deep lineup of music talent for 2025 Chalk it up to the great weather and locals’ unquenchable thirst for live music.
    — Jim Harrington, The Mercury News, 25 Mar. 2025
  • Eventually, Frank wants to be on the receiving end of his own unquenchable lust, and perhaps Rick wants something similar—to be on the receiving end of his own insatiable rage, and experience the bliss of death.
    — Dani Di Placido, Forbes, 17 Mar. 2025
Definition of unquenchable
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  • Nick, now focused on his role as the heir to his grandfather’s empire, and Noah, just beginning to build her own career, are determined to keep their distance, despite their ​undeniable attraction​ and the past that connects them.
    — Veronica Villafañe, Forbes.com, 15 Apr. 2025
  • Is this morally corrupt crowd determined to ignore constitutional obligations rather than ever admit a mistake?
    — Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 14 Apr. 2025
Definition of determined
Adjective
  • This highlights the urgent need for tailored marketing support.
    — Chris Gallagher, USA Today, 19 Apr. 2025
  • The net result is a flurry of headlines and viral social media posts followed by an urgent platform update.
    — Zak Doffman, Forbes.com, 18 Apr. 2025
Definition of urgent
Adjective
  • In April, 2004, Phish played a series of exceptionally grim shows in Las Vegas.
    — Amanda Petrusich, New Yorker, 14 Apr. 2025
  • This latest escalation is a grim reminder: Russia was and remains the aggressor, in blatant violation of international law.
    — Dr. Ewelina U. Ochab, Forbes.com, 13 Apr. 2025
Definition of grim
Adjective
  • El Monte resident Jen Venegas is an avid fan of the local library.
    — Victoria Ivie, Oc Register, 12 Apr. 2025
  • Young has always been an avid reader, starting from the Scholastic book fairs at her elementary school.
    — Desiree Mathurin, Charlotte Observer, 11 Apr. 2025
Definition of avid
Adjective
  • Concerns about a potential recession have also been heightened by an unpredictable stock market, declining consumer confidence and persistent inflationary pressures.
    — Raja Krishnamoorthi, MSNBC Newsweek, 9 Apr. 2025
  • Porziņģis helped the Celtics edge out a win on a night that Brown, dealing with a persistent knee issue, missed the entire fourth quarter and overtime.
    — Jay King, New York Times, 9 Apr. 2025
Definition of persistent

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