unbearable

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An unbearable situation or experience is one that's extremely difficult or painful to deal with.

The word "unbearable" is often used to describe something that feels too much to handle. Imagine a really bad headache - it's not just annoying, but actually stops you from doing things because it hurts so much. That's an example of unbearable pain. Or maybe you're in a crowded place on a hot summer day and the noise and heat feel overwhelming - that can be unbearable too.

How common is "unbearable"?

Word unbearable is considered rare in modern English.
It appears most frequently in fiction texts and less often in other writings.
Definitions

adjective

  • So unpleasant or painful as to be unendurable

insufferableunsupportable

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