Impregnable: meaning, definitions and examples
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impregnable
[ ɪmˈprɛɡnəbəl ]
castle defense
Unable to be captured or entered by force; secure against attack.
Synonyms
invincible, unassailable, unconquerable.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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impregnable |
Used to describe a structure that cannot be broken into or a position that is very strong and secure.
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invincible |
Describes someone or something that seems impossible to defeat or overcome in a fight or competition.
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unassailable |
Used when referring to something that cannot be attacked, questioned, or defeated either physically or logically.
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unconquerable |
Describes a spirit, will, or territory that cannot be conquered or subdued, often used in more poetic or literary contexts.
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Examples of usage
- The impregnable fortress stood strong against the enemy's siege.
- Despite numerous attempts, the impregnable walls of the castle could not be breached.
argument
Unable to be overcome or refuted; strong and convincing.
Synonyms
unassailable, unbeatable, unshakeable.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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impregnable |
Best used when describing a fortress or defense that cannot be entered or overcome.
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unassailable |
Appropriate for describing something that cannot be attacked, questioned, or defeated, often used in both physical and abstract contexts.
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unshakeable |
Used to describe something stable and secure, not easily moved or influenced, often applied to beliefs, convictions, or trust.
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unbeatable |
Typically used to describe an entity, like a team or record, that is so superior it cannot be defeated.
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Examples of usage
- Her impregnable logic left no room for doubt.
- His impregnable defense of the theory silenced all opposition.
Translations
Translations of the word "impregnable" in other languages:
🇵🇹 impenetrável
🇮🇳 अभेद्य
🇩🇪 uneinnehmbar
🇮🇩 tak tertembus
🇺🇦 неприступний
🇵🇱 niezdobyty
🇯🇵 難攻不落
🇫🇷 imprenable
🇪🇸 impenetrable
🇹🇷 ele geçirilemez
🇰🇷 난공불락
🇸🇦 لا يُقهر
🇨🇿 nepřístupný
🇸🇰 nedobytný
🇨🇳 坚不可摧
🇸🇮 nepremagljiv
🇮🇸 ósigrandi
🇰🇿 алынбайтын
🇬🇪 დაუძლეველი
🇦🇿 alınmaz
🇲🇽 impenetrable
Etymology
The word 'impregnable' originated from the Latin word 'impregnabilis', which is derived from the prefix 'in-' meaning 'not' and 'pregnabilis' meaning 'able to be taken by storm'. The term was first used in the 15th century to describe fortifications that were impossible to capture. Over time, it evolved to also refer to arguments or positions that were unassailable or unconquerable.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #19,438, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.
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