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untouchable
This term carries a heavy duality between extreme power and extreme marginalization. When describing a person of high status, it suggests an aura of invincibility or immunity from legal and social consequences, often implying a sense of arrogance or systemic protection that places them above the law.
In a sociological context, the word refers to the Dalit communities of India, where it denotes a history of severe systemic exclusion and ritual purity laws. When applied to objects or laws, it signifies a state of absolute sanctity or rigidity, where any attempt at modification is viewed as a taboo or a violation of a fundamental truth.
Ý nghĩa
Impossible to be harmed, criticized, or defeated due to power, status, or protection.
Belonging to the lowest social class in the traditional Indian caste system, historically excluded from social contact.
Ví dụ
With his political connections, the CEO felt practically untouchable.
The champion has been untouchable in the ring for three years.
Historically, untouchable people were forced to live outside the village boundaries.
He was treated as an untouchable by the other students because of his background.
The ancient laws of the temple are considered untouchable by the priests.
I cannot believe she thinks she is untouchable just because she is the boss daughter.
The Dalit community fought against the status of being untouchable.
Some traditions are so sacred that they remain untouchable even in modern times.