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Impossible

Ih-MPAH-suh-buhl

/ˌɪˈmpɑːsʌbʌl/

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impossible

Dictionary meaning

Not capable of occurring or being accomplished or dealt with.

Examples

  • An impossible dream.
  • Impossible behavior.

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