indestructible

adjective

in·​de·​struc·​ti·​ble ˌin-di-ˈstrək-tə-bəl 

: incapable of being destroyed, ruined, or rendered ineffective

indestructibility

ˌin-di-ˌstrək-tə-ˈbi-lə-tē 

noun

indestructibleness

ˌin-di-ˈstrək-tə-bəl-nəs 

noun

indestructibly

ˌin-di-ˈstrək-tə-blē 

adverb

Synonyms of indestructible

• enduring
• imperishable
• inextinguishable
• immortal
• durable

Examples of indestructible in a Sentence

diamonds are widely considered to be indestructible because they are one of the hardest known substances

Recent Examples on the Web

Fuller wrote for the first season of Heroes, playing an instrumental role in shaping one of the actress’ most iconic roles — the indestructible cheerleader Claire Bennet. — Entertainment Weekly, 19 Aug. 2026

In 2006, Panettiere landed her breakout role in NBC superhero series Heroes, playing indestructible high school cheerleader Claire Bennet, who had to juggle her normal life with saving the world from threats. — Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 17 Aug. 2026

The Soundcore Boom 2 Plus gives you the best of both worlds, pairing peak bass power with indestructible floatable waterproofing. — Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 13 Aug. 2026

Today, as in the ‘90s, lucky bamboo remain popular houseplants thanks to their nearly indestructible reputations. — Abby Monteil, The Spruce, 12 Aug. 2026

Word History

Etymology

probably from Late Latin indestructibilis, from Latin in- + destructus, past participle of destruere to tear down — more at destroy

First Known Use

1667, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for indestructible

• deductible
• ineluctable
• nondeductible

Kids Definition

indestructible

adjective

in·​de·​struc·​ti·​ble ˌin-di-ˈstrək-tə-bəl 

: impossible to destroy

indestructibility

-ˌstrək-tə-ˈbil-ət-ē 

noun

indestructibleness

-ˈstrək-tə-bəl-nəs 

noun

indestructibly

-blē 

adverb