neúmrné

Neúmrné is an adjective used in Czech to describe beings or states that are not subject to death. In standard usage the common term for immortality is nesmrtelnost or nesmrtelný, while neúmrné appears mainly as a stylistic or neologistic variant found in literary, philosophical, or fantasy contexts. The form suggests a negation of mortality, often employed to convey a sense of enduring existence beyond ordinary human lifespans.

Linguistically, neúmrné is not a widely attested word in contemporary dictionaries. It tends to occur in creative writing, translations, or discussions of mythical or speculative ideas. Because it is uncommon in everyday Czech, its precise interpretation can vary with context. Writers may use it to emphasize unnatural longevity, exceptional resilience to aging, or a state that transcends usual mortal limits. In many texts, however, authors prefer standard terms such as nesmrtelný (immortal) or nesmrtelnost (immortality).

In cultural and literary contexts, neúmrné often appears alongside discussions of gods, demigods, or legendary heroes, where the notion of mortality is deliberately foregrounded or challenged. It can also be used in philosophical debates about the possibility of life beyond death or the ethical implications of perpetual existence. Because it is less conventional, readers should interpret neúmrné with attention to the surrounding rhetoric and the author’s intended nuance.

See also: immortality, mortality, nesmrtelný, neologism.