indomitable
Indomitable (adjective) means Impossible to defeat, discourage, or bring under control. Example: “Her indomitable spirit carried her through years of hardship.”
How to use indomitable
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishUnbeatable in spirit — can't be worn down, tamed, or discouraged.
Word forms
more indomitable comparative, most indomitable superlative
Fill the gap
Can you complete this real example?
Her _____ spirit carried her through years of hardship.
Etymology
From Late Latin indomitabilis, from in- (\"not\") plus a form of domare (\"to tame\").
Antonyms
Related words
Rhymes for indomitable
See all rhymes for indomitable →Frequently asked questions
What does “indomitable” mean?
The word “indomitable” means impossible to defeat, discourage, or bring under control. In plain terms, unbeatable in spirit — can't be worn down, tamed, or discouraged.
How do you pronounce “indomitable”?
“Indomitable” is pronounced ihn-DO-mih-tuhbl (/ɪnˈdɑmɪtəbl̩/ in IPA).
How do you use “indomitable” in a sentence?
Here is “indomitable” used in a sentence: “Her indomitable spirit carried her through years of hardship.”
What is the opposite of “indomitable”?
The opposite of “indomitable” — its antonyms — are beatable, conquerable, domitable, expugnable and extinguishable.
What part of speech is “indomitable”?
“Indomitable” is an adjective.
Where does the word “indomitable” come from?
The word “indomitable” comes from Late Latin. From Late Latin indomitabilis, from in- (\"not\") plus a form of domare (\"to tame\").