Simple Definition of insuperable

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insuperable

adjective

ɪnˈsuːpərəbəl How to pronounce insuperable (audio)
British ɪnˈsjuːpərəbəl
formal, of a problem, difficulty, etc. : impossible to solve or get control of : impossible to overcome
They succeeded despite some nearly insuperable [=insurmountable] difficulties.
insuperable barriers

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