unchangeable

Cannot be altered

Unchangeable describes something that cannot be altered or modified.

Laws of physics are unchangeable; human decisions often are not.

The word implies permanence beyond anyone's control: The past is unchangeable.

When applied to people, it suggests stubbornness: He's unchangeable in his opinions.

immutable

immutable

Incapable of being changed

indelible · irreversible · irrevocable · binding · final · definitive · conclusive · irreparable · irremediable · irrecoverable

permanent

permanent

Fixed without end

timeless · enduring · lasting · abiding · ageless · unending · indefinite · perennial · immortal · deathless

constant

constant

Fixed, unvarying quantity

steady · unwavering · unvarying · regular · even · stable · fixed · static · level · monotonous

fixed

fixed

Restored or immovable

  • setArrange in position
  • lockedFastened with a mechanism
  • frozenSolidified by extreme cold

rigid · inflexible · unyielding · unbending · stiff · hardened · crystallized · calcified · petrified · ossified

steadfast

steadfast

Firmly loyal, unshakeable

unwavering · determined · tenacious · persistent · unshakable · unswerving · dogged · stubborn · obstinate · unyielding

principle

axiom

Self-evident starting principle

  • lawBinding principle or regulation
  • principleFundamental truth or standard
  • truthAccordance with reality

doctrine · tenet · canon · dogma · decree · mandate · edict · dictum · precept · maxim

anchored

anchored

Fixed securely in position

stabilized · moored · tethered · fastened · planted · established · entrenched · bedrock · foundation · ballast

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Opposites
capacity for modification

unchangeablechangeable

Capable of alteration

alterable · mutable · modifiable · adjustable · malleable

stability vs. variability

unchangeablevariable

Prone to fluctuation

inconstant · fluctuating · changing · mercurial · fickle

rigidity vs. flexibility

unchangeableflexible

Able to bend freely

elastic · pliable · pliant · supple · plastic

Family

unchangeably, unchangeability, unchangeableness

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Abstract · Everyday, not technical · Rated G