Invincible: meaning, definitions and examples

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invincible

 

[ ɪnˈvɪnsəbl ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

undefeated in battle

Invincible means incapable of being conquered, defeated, or subdued. It is often used to describe someone or something that is unbeatable or unstoppable.

Synonyms

unbeatable, unconquerable, unstoppable.

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Word Description / Examples
invincible

Use when referring to someone or something that cannot be defeated, especially in a heroic or larger-than-life way.

  • The superhero seemed invincible as he faced the villain
  • Despite the many challenges, her spirit remained invincible
unbeatable

Use when talking about someone or something that excels in a competition or challenge and cannot be surpassed.

  • The team's record this season is unbeatable
  • His strategy proved unbeatable in the chess tournament
unconquerable

Use when describing a spirit, nature, or force that cannot be overpowered or subdued.

  • The unconquerable mountains stood tall against the sky
  • Her unconquerable willpower impressed everyone
unstoppable

Use when referring to someone or something that cannot be slowed down or hindered in their progress or actions.

  • With their new coach, the team was unstoppable
  • The unstoppable progression of technology continues to amaze us

Examples of usage

  • He led his army to an invincible victory.
  • The superhero was considered invincible by his enemies.
Context #2 | Adjective

unaffected by harm or damage

Invincible can also mean immune to harm or damage. It implies a sense of being indestructible or impervious to negative influences.

Synonyms

immune, impervious, indestructible.

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Word Description / Examples
invincible

Use this word when describing someone or something that cannot be defeated or overcome. Often used in a heroic or grand sense.

  • The champion seemed invincible after winning so many matches
  • The superhero is invincible in battle
indestructible

This word is used when describing something that cannot be destroyed or broken, typically in a more literal or material sense.

  • The legend tells of an indestructible sword
  • His spirit seemed indestructible amidst the hardships
impervious

Suitable for describing something that cannot be penetrated, affected, or influenced by something, often in a physical or emotional context.

  • The new raincoat is impervious to water
  • He remained impervious to their taunts
immune

This term is best for situations where there is resistance to disease, harm, or external influence, often in a medical or metaphorical sense.

  • After the vaccination, he was immune to the virus
  • She seemed immune to criticism

Examples of usage

  • The fortress was built to be invincible against any attacks.
  • Her optimism was invincible, no matter what challenges she faced.

Translations

Translations of the word "invincible" in other languages:

🇵🇹 invencível

🇮🇳 अजेय

🇩🇪 unbesiegbar

🇮🇩 tak terkalahkan

🇺🇦 непереможний

🇵🇱 niezwyciężony

🇯🇵 無敵 (むてき)

🇫🇷 invincible

🇪🇸 invencible

🇹🇷 yenilmez

🇰🇷 무적 (무적의)

🇸🇦 لا يقهر

🇨🇿 neporazitelný

🇸🇰 neporaziteľný

🇨🇳 无敌 (wúdí)

🇸🇮 nepremagljiv

🇮🇸 ósigrandi

🇰🇿 жеңілмейтін

🇬🇪 დაუმარცხებელი

🇦🇿 məğlubedilməz

🇲🇽 invencible

Etymology

The word 'invincible' originated from the Latin word 'invincibilis', which is a combination of 'in-' (not) and 'vincere' (to conquer). The concept of invincibility has been admired and celebrated throughout history, from ancient mythological heroes to modern-day champions.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #15,489, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.