論外
Meanings
na-adjective, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no', noun
out of the question; unacceptable; outrageous
Used when something is not even worth considering because it is impossible, unacceptable, or far below the required standard.
A plan that ignores the budget is out of the question.
Being late and not apologizing is outrageous.
na-adjective, noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
irrelevant; not pertinent; outside the scope
Refers to something being outside the present discussion or not relevant to the matter at hand; often has a slightly formal or explanatory feel.
We will treat that matter as outside today's agenda.
Personal preference is irrelevant in this evaluation.
Usage patterns
- 〈事〉は論外だ~ is out of the question
Such a plan is out of the question.
- 〈事〉として論外だto be out of the question as ~
Budget-wise, it's simply out of the question.
- 〈事〉を論外とするto dismiss something as out of the question
The committee dismissed the proposal as out of the question.