insurmountable

in·sur·mount·able

adj \ˌin(t)-sər-ˈmau̇n-tə-bəl\

Definition of INSURMOUNTABLE

: incapable of being surmounted : insuperable <insurmountable problems>

— in·sur·mount·ably \-blē\ adverb

Examples of INSURMOUNTABLE

1. They were faced with several insurmountable obstacles.
2. <the familiar story of the underdog who ultimately triumphs despite insurmountable odds>

First Known Use of INSURMOUNTABLE

1690

Related to INSURMOUNTABLE

Synonyms: bulletproof, impregnable, indomitable, insuperable, invincible, invulnerable, unbeatable, unconquerable, unstoppable

Antonyms: superable, surmountable, vincible, vulnerable

Related Words: inviolable, unassailable, unbreachable, untouchable; armored, defended, guarded, protected, safe, safeguarded, secure, shielded; unbeaten, unbowed, unconquered, undefeated, unsubdued

Near Antonyms: exposed, imperiled (or imperilled), insecure, liable, open, susceptible, unguarded, unprotected, unsafe; defenseless, helpless, powerless, weak

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Rhymes with INSURMOUNTABLE

unaccountable