Inexhaustible: meaning, definitions and examples

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inexhaustible

 

[ ˌɪnɪɡˈzɔːstəb(ə)l ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

energy

Inexhaustible means unlimited or unable to be used up. It describes something that cannot be depleted or exhausted.

Synonyms

endless, unlimited, unstoppable.

Examples of usage

  • The sun provides us with an inexhaustible source of energy.
  • Her enthusiasm for the project seemed inexhaustible.
Context #2 | Adjective

patience

Inexhaustible can also describe someone's patience or endurance that seems endless and cannot be worn out.

Synonyms

indefatigable, unflagging, unwavering.

Examples of usage

  • He showed an inexhaustible patience with his students.
  • Her inexhaustible perseverance led her to success.

Translations

Translations of the word "inexhaustible" in other languages:

🇵🇹 inesgotável

🇮🇳 अक्षय

🇩🇪 unerschöpflich

🇮🇩 tak habis-habis

🇺🇦 невичерпний

🇵🇱 niewyczerpany

🇯🇵 尽きることのない

🇫🇷 inépuisable

🇪🇸 inagotable

🇹🇷 tükenmez

🇰🇷 무궁무진한

🇸🇦 لا ينضب

🇨🇿 nevyčerpatelný

🇸🇰 nevyčerpateľný

🇨🇳 取之不尽

🇸🇮 neizčrpen

🇮🇸 óþrjótandi

🇰🇿 сарқылмас

🇬🇪 დაუცხრომელი

🇦🇿 bitməz

🇲🇽 inagotable

Etymology

The word 'inexhaustible' originated in the late 16th century from the Latin word 'inexhaustibilis', which is derived from the prefix 'in-' meaning 'not' and 'exhaustibilis' meaning 'that which can be emptied'. The concept of something being inexhaustible has been a topic of interest in various fields such as energy, resources, and human qualities.

See also: exhaust, exhausted, exhaustible, exhausting, exhaustion, exhaustively, exhaustiveness.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #14,537, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.