indescribable
15 synonyms and 8 antonyms for indescribable, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — So extreme, unusual, or overwhelming that it is very hard to put into words.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use indescribable
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From in- ("not") + describe + -able.
Full origin of indescribable →Frequently asked questions
What does “indescribable” mean?
The word “indescribable” means so extreme, unusual, or overwhelming that it is very hard to put into words. In plain terms, too intense, beautiful, or strange to explain properly in words.
How do you pronounce “indescribable”?
“Indescribable” is pronounced ihn-dih-SKREYE-buhbl (/ɪndɪˈskɹaɪbəbl̩/ in IPA).
How do you use “indescribable” in a sentence?
Here is “indescribable” used in a sentence: “The view from the summit was indescribable.”
What is another word for “indescribable”?
Words with a similar meaning to “indescribable” include undescribable, ineffable, indefinable, indicible, inexpressible and inenarrable.
What is the opposite of “indescribable”?
The opposite of “indescribable” — its antonyms — are describable, common, definable, expected and nameable.
What part of speech is “indescribable”?
“Indescribable” is an adjective.