as in ambiguous
not able to be known
No matter how far science advances, some things about the world will always remain unknown and unknowable. If passed, this law will have unknowable consequences.
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Recent Examples of unknowable
One feels chosen by the object of one’s desire, even as the locus of conversion remains unknowable, shrouded in some unconscious need.
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Terry Nguyen
july 23, Literary Hub, 23 July 2025
In Nolan’s vision, Batman was a vastly complicated superhero, brooding and unknowable.
—Stephanie Zacharek, Time, 11 July 2025
Some questions are ultimately unknowable — but can still be useful or enjoyable to ask.
—Molly Herring, Quanta Magazine, 27 June 2025
Whether or not Lennon or McCartney would buy Leslie’s analysis is of course unknowable, and more important, likely won’t matter to most readers.
—John Tamny, Forbes.com, 2 July 2025
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Terry Nguyen
july 23, Literary Hub, 23 July 2025
In Nolan’s vision, Batman was a vastly complicated superhero, brooding and unknowable.
—Stephanie Zacharek, Time, 11 July 2025
Some questions are ultimately unknowable — but can still be useful or enjoyable to ask.
—Molly Herring, Quanta Magazine, 27 June 2025
Whether or not Lennon or McCartney would buy Leslie’s analysis is of course unknowable, and more important, likely won’t matter to most readers.
—John Tamny, Forbes.com, 2 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for unknowable
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unknowable
Adjective
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The new legal landscape places greater responsibility on Congress to write less ambiguous statutes that more clearly recognize the different considerations—legal, scientific and policy—that go into writing effective rules.—
Susan E. Dudley,
Forbes.com,
5 Aug. 2025
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The book leaves off on a more ambiguous note, as Eleanor explains that she and Jamie weren't meant to be together.—
Caroline Blair,
People.com,
4 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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As the stakes rise inside and outside the family, a mysterious new threat emerges…one that could unravel the Russos forever.—
Katie Campione,
Deadline,
7 Aug. 2025
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Things took a turn after the former couple found their dog Musso chewing on a mysterious object.—
Daysia Tolentino,
EW.com,
7 Aug. 2025
Adjective
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His classical, sometimes obscure tastes contrasted with Pomeranz’s appreciation for Hollywood blockbusters, making their debates supremely entertaining as well as enlightening.—
Andrew McGowan,
Variety,
14 Aug. 2025
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Some — like the emblem of the 101st Airborne and the 1st Cavalry — are easily recognizable but others are more obscure.—
Sal Pizarro,
Mercury News,
13 Aug. 2025
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Perseverance's adventures have revealed some insights about the enigmatic Martian geology.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA Today,
15 Aug. 2025
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Weapons is a movie about a local misfortune that then reveals the enigmatic villain behind it and delights in her comeuppance.—
David Sims,
The Atlantic,
15 Aug. 2025
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Quantum technology is still years from achieving broad commercial viability, making future revenue streams uncertain.—
Trefis Team,
Forbes.com,
12 Aug. 2025
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His analysis illustrated the highly uncertain nature of where tariff policy is leading.—
David Lightman,
Sacbee.com,
12 Aug. 2025
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Earth features similarly murky visuals and fearsome monsters, many original to the show.—
Judy Berman,
Time,
5 Aug. 2025
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As with many of the trade deals Trump has announced, many of the particulars with the EU-U.S. agreement remain quite murky.—
Saige Miller,
NPR,
2 Aug. 2025
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But the path to controlling it often feels unclear or overwhelming.—
Dan Galorath,
Forbes.com,
8 Aug. 2025
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This change is frustrating to some parents who say the rollout of the new policy has been unclear and messy but also does not align with their desire to limit technology in their children’s learning environments.—
Caroline Beck,
IndyStar,
7 Aug. 2025
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“Unknowable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unknowable. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
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