as in unconquerable
incapable of being defeated, overcome, or subdued
an indomitable spirit was needed to endure the rigors of pioneer life
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Recent Examples of indomitable
In his interview with Callaghan, Hunter spoke to his father's indomitable spirit, even in the face of health struggles and personal tragedy.
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Meredith Kile, PEOPLE, 21 Oct. 2025
Autumn Springs is populated by finely wrought individuals, led by the indomitable Rose and her roguish friend Miller.
—Neil McRobert, Vulture, 16 Oct. 2025
The human spirit is an indomitable thing, visible in those who tackle what seems impossible and succeed.
—The Editors, JSTOR Daily, 2 Oct. 2025
Titipol Phakdeewanich, a political science professor at Ubon Ratchathani University, said that despite the jailing and Shinawatra family's declining influence, the indomitable Thaksin would still attempt to call the shots in politics.
—Panarat Thepgumpanat, USA Today, 9 Sep. 2025
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Meredith Kile, PEOPLE, 21 Oct. 2025
Autumn Springs is populated by finely wrought individuals, led by the indomitable Rose and her roguish friend Miller.
—Neil McRobert, Vulture, 16 Oct. 2025
The human spirit is an indomitable thing, visible in those who tackle what seems impossible and succeed.
—The Editors, JSTOR Daily, 2 Oct. 2025
Titipol Phakdeewanich, a political science professor at Ubon Ratchathani University, said that despite the jailing and Shinawatra family's declining influence, the indomitable Thaksin would still attempt to call the shots in politics.
—Panarat Thepgumpanat, USA Today, 9 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for indomitable
Adjective
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The seemingly unconquerable fig butterwort (Ficaria verna) invades lowland valleys where seasonal floods carry little broken off bits downstream to sprout anywhere and everywhere.—
Paul Cappiello,
The Courier-Journal,
15 Aug. 2025
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Mountains as towering, imposing and seemingly unconquerable landscapes have been metaphorically linked to power and challenge.—
Jenny Hall,
CNN Money,
14 May 2025
Adjective
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Here was this guy who looked invincible, and in many ways was, but at the same time he was broken inside.—
Scott Feinberg,
HollywoodReporter,
2 Jan. 2026
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Democrats once seemed invincible along the Texas-Mexico border, but the party's grip has slipped.—
John C. Moritz,
Austin American Statesman,
19 Dec. 2025
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So much — if not all — of the Lakers’ game plan was on trying to deal with the nearly unstoppable force that is Antetokounmpo.—
Broderick Turner,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Jan. 2026
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What unfolds is the hopeful and unforgettable story of an underdog team who comes together to galvanize their town, reclaim their way of life, and turn their shared grief into an unstoppable superpower.—
Denise Petski,
Deadline,
9 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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This will benefit borrowers who will no longer be pushed into insurmountable debt to finance degrees that do not pay off.—
Suzanne Blake,
MSNBC Newsweek,
7 Nov. 2025
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None of these are insurmountable obstacles, of course; with a large enough investment of resources, practically anything is possible.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
6 Nov. 2025
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Roy’s Peak Track, a nearly 10-mile out-and-back trek, is our pick for a day-hike with unbeatable panoramic views.—
Jen Murphy,
Outside,
7 Jan. 2026
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Turns out the biggest, most unbeatable boss of all might just be a studio’s appetite for endlessly expandable IP.—
Daniel Fienberg,
HollywoodReporter,
1 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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After about three hours of trying to get Alas to surrender, officers used a water hose from an armored vehicle to flush him out.—
Matthew Rodriguez,
CBS News,
8 Jan. 2026
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Then, financial institutions and armored carriers provide coins directly to individuals and businesses.—
Susan Tompor,
Freep.com,
8 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Moreover, a culture where everyone tries to look invulnerable is harmful.—
Jason Ma,
Fortune,
26 Oct. 2025
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Michelle exists on a level that is invulnerable to reproach, termination, or cancellation.—
Justin Chang,
New Yorker,
24 Oct. 2025
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But their quarterback issues could make those defenses look impregnable.—
Kevin Cusick,
Twin Cities,
30 Nov. 2025
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OpenAI wasn’t a fortress, wasn’t impregnable.—
Jim Cramer,
CNBC,
16 Nov. 2025
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“Indomitable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/indomitable. Accessed 12 Jan. 2026.
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