ósamþyggjanleg

ósamþyggjanleg is an Icelandic adjective that translates to "incompatible" or "irreconcilable" in English. It is used to describe things that cannot coexist or agree, often due to fundamental differences or contradictions. The term is formed from the prefix "ós-" meaning "un-" or "not," and the root "samþyggjanleg," which means "compatible" or "agreeable."

This adjective can apply to a wide range of situations. For instance, two opposing ideologies might be described as ósamþyggjanleg if they fundamentally clash. Similarly, certain substances might be ósamþyggjanleg if they react dangerously when mixed. In a more abstract sense, it can describe differing opinions or desires that make a harmonious outcome impossible. The concept emphasizes a deep-seated incompatibility rather than a minor disagreement.