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Indelible: meaning, definitions and examples

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indelible

 

[ ɪnˈdɛlɪb(ə)l ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

memory

Not able to be forgotten or removed; permanent.

Synonyms

inescapable, lasting, permanent, unforgettable

Examples of usage

  • The indelible memory of her first kiss.
  • The indelible impact of the tragedy on the community.
  • The indelible mark left by his presence.
Context #2 | Adjective

mark

Making marks that cannot be removed.

Synonyms

irremovable, lasting, permanent, unerasable

Examples of usage

  • The indelible ink on the document.
  • The indelible stain on the carpet.

Translations

Translations of the word "indelible" in other languages:

🇵🇹 indelével

🇮🇳 अमिट

🇩🇪 unauslöschlich

🇮🇩 tak terhapuskan

🇺🇦 нестертий

🇵🇱 niezatarte

🇯🇵 消えない (kienai)

🇫🇷 indélébile

🇪🇸 indeleble

🇹🇷 silinmez

🇰🇷 지울 수 없는 (jiul su eomneun)

🇸🇦 لا يمحى (la yamḥā)

🇨🇿 nevymazatelný

🇸🇰 nezmazateľný

🇨🇳 不可磨灭的 (bù kě má miè de)

🇸🇮 neizbrisen

🇮🇸 óafmáanlegur

🇰🇿 өшпес

🇬🇪 უდავებელი (udavebeli)

🇦🇿 silməz

🇲🇽 indeleble

Etymology

The word 'indelible' originated from the Latin word 'indelibilis', which is derived from the prefix 'in-' (not) and 'delebilis' (able to be destroyed). The term has been used in English since the 16th century to describe something that cannot be forgotten or removed, leaving a lasting impression or mark.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #19,544, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.