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inexhaustible

ih-nihg-ZAWS-tihbl

Inexhaustible (adjective) means So large or endless that it seems impossible to use up. Example: “Solar power once seemed like an inexhaustible source of energy.”

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adjective

So large or endless that it seems impossible to use up.

"Solar power once seemed like an inexhaustible source of energy."

"She has an inexhaustible supply of patience with the children."

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In plain EnglishNever running out, however much you use it.

Common pairings

inexhaustible supply seemingly inexhaustible inexhaustible energy

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Etymology

From in- + exhaustible, from exhaust, ultimately from Latin exhaurire, "to drain out."

Origin: Latin

Rhymes for inexhaustible

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Frequently asked questions

What does “inexhaustible” mean?

The word “inexhaustible” means so large or endless that it seems impossible to use up. In plain terms, never running out, however much you use it.

How do you pronounce “inexhaustible”?

“Inexhaustible” is pronounced ih-nihg-ZAWS-tihbl (/ɪnɪɡˈzɔːstɪbl̩/ in IPA).

How do you use “inexhaustible” in a sentence?

Here is “inexhaustible” used in a sentence: “Solar power once seemed like an inexhaustible source of energy.”

What part of speech is “inexhaustible”?

“Inexhaustible” is an adjective.

Where does the word “inexhaustible” come from?

The word “inexhaustible” comes from Latin. From in- + exhaustible, from exhaust, ultimately from Latin exhaurire, "to drain out.".

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