indescribable

adjective

in·​de·​scrib·​able ˌin-di-ˈskrī-bə-bəl How to pronounce indescribable (audio)
1
: that cannot be described
an indescribable sensation
2
: surpassing description
indescribable joy
indescribableness noun
indescribably adverb

Examples of indescribable in a Sentence

the indescribable immensity of Mount Everest
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No matter how much authenticity a film production strives for in a Holocaust drama, the end product will never fully capture the indescribable horrors of the Nazi effort to exterminate Europe’s Jewish population during World War II. Josh Weiss, Forbes.com, 15 May 2025 Changes in estrogen levels during these times can lead to a host of symptoms that could contribute to an indescribable burning sensation. Cheyenne Buckingham, SELF, 13 May 2025 House of Pizza’s dedicated fans As any local knows, Charlotte’s growth is undeniable and almost indescribable, especially off Central Avenue, where House of Pizza calls home. Katie Black, Charlotte Observer, 8 May 2025 There was an indescribable love that somehow softened the sharpest edges of a beautiful nightmare. Carissa Talmage, People.com, 2 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for indescribable

Word History

First Known Use

1751, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of indescribable was in 1751

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“Indescribable.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/indescribable. Accessed 22 May. 2025.

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indescribable

adjective
in·​de·​scrib·​able ˌin-di-ˈskrī-bə-bəl How to pronounce indescribable (audio)
: impossible to describe
indescribable beauty
indescribably adverb

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