irresolvable

unauflösbar; unlösbar

Word details

German meaning
Aporetisch bedeutet, dass etwas in einer Aporie endet, also in einer unauflöslichen, widersprüchlichen Situation oder einem unüberwindbaren Problem.
English meaning
Aporetic means that something ends in an aporia, i.e., in an irresolvable, contradictory situation or an insurmountable problem.
Synonym
ratlos, ausweglos
German example
Die philosophische Diskussion endete in einer aporetischen Sackgasse.
English example
The philosophical discussion ended in an aporetic dead end.

Example sentences with “irresolvable”

  1. The conflict seemed irresolvable. (Der Konflikt schien unlösbar.)

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between 'unauflösbar' and 'unlösbar'?

'Unlösbar' is used for problems or puzzles that cannot be solved. 'Unauflösbar' is used for things that cannot be dissolved or broken down.