indomitable — impossible to subdue or defeat; unconquerable
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: impossible to subdue or defeat; unconquerable
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪnˈdɑːmɪtəbəl/
Example Sentences
- My grandmother's indomitable spirit made her bake cookies even during earthquakes.
- The superhero's indomitable will saved the city from destruction.
- His indomitable optimism annoyed even his therapist.
indomitable
ADJECTIVE[/ɪnˈdɑːmɪtəbəl/]
impossible to subdue or defeat; unconquerable
Her indomitable spirit pushed her up the mountain despite the blizzard.
An indomitable spirit turns uncomfortable nights into profitable dreams!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'indomitabilis', derived from the prefix 'in-' (not) combined with 'domitabilis' (able to be tamed), which comes from 'domare' meaning 'to tame' or 'to subdue'.
Breakdown
in- (not) + domit- (tame, subdue) + -able (able to be) = indomitable (not able to be subdued)
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📝Examples
“My grandmother's indomitable spirit made her bake cookies even during earthquakes.”
“The superhero's indomitable will saved the city from destruction.”
“His indomitable optimism annoyed even his therapist.”
“The athlete showed indomitable courage despite multiple injuries.”
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