Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
seemingly-insurmountable
Adjective
/ˈsiːmɪŋli ɪnˈsɜːrmaʊntəbl/
Definition
Appearing to be impossible to overcome or deal with.
Examples
- Despite the seemingly-insurmountable odds, they managed to complete the marathon.
- She faced a seemingly-insurmountable mountain of paperwork at her new job.
- The team worked together to overcome the seemingly-insurmountable challenges of the project.
Meaning
This term describes a challenge or obstacle that seems too difficult to tackle, even if it may not be truly insurmountable in reality.
Synonyms
- Unsurmountable
- Insuperable
- Impassable
- Inaccessible