immeasurable
adjective
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Pronunciation: /ɪˈmɛʒəɹəbəl/ / /ɪˈmɛʒɹəbəl/
adj
Etymology: From Middle English inmesurable, ynmesurable; equivalent to im- + measurable.
- impossible to measure
“Give me your hand, and in a few minutes we shall be in my own dwelling, amid those immeasurable deserts where only my story may be communicated.”
“There is also the former Great Central main line which, though it climbs to an almost equal altitude at Dunford, has the immeasurable advantage of electric traction.”
- vast
“"His contribution has been immeasurable," Bush said in a statement. "I value his judgment, and I treasure his friendship."”
“My disappointment is immeasurable and my day is ruined.”
noun
Etymology: From Middle English inmesurable, ynmesurable; equivalent to im- + measurable.
- anything that cannot be measured
“And inspiring good relationships is all about immeasurables: it is about inspiring purpose, compassion and attentiveness.”