indestructible

adjective

in·​de·​struc·​ti·​ble ˌin-di-ˈstrək-tə-bəl How to pronounce indestructible (audio)
Synonyms of indestructiblenext
: incapable of being destroyed, ruined, or rendered ineffective
indestructibility noun
indestructibleness noun
indestructibly adverb

Examples of indestructible in a Sentence

diamonds are widely considered to be indestructible because they are one of the hardest known substances
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Known for their indestructible qualities, each toy features a knotted rope, squeaker and crinkle, and spiked toy ball inside. Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 11 May 2026 On the other hand, left alone, plastics are practically indestructible. New Atlas, 11 May 2026 Marigolds are another nearly indestructible pick. Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Kansas City Star, 28 Apr. 2026 Woodman is known for being bombastic, but GoPro's track record in making indestructible camera gear is unmatched. Jim Fisher, PC Magazine, 20 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for indestructible

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

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The first known use of indestructible was in 1667

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“Indestructible.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/indestructible. Accessed 16 May. 2026.

Kids Definition

indestructible

adjective
in·​de·​struc·​ti·​ble ˌin-di-ˈstrək-tə-bəl How to pronounce indestructible (audio)
: impossible to destroy
indestructibility noun
indestructibleness noun
indestructibly adverb

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