indomitable

[in-dom-i-tuh-buhl]

adjective

1. that cannot be subdued or overcome, as persons, will, or courage; unconquerable.

   an indomitable warrior.

   Synonyms: unyielding
   Antonyms: yielding

indomitable

/ ɪnˈdɒmɪtəbəl /

adjective

1. (of courage, pride, etc) difficult or impossible to defeat or subdue

Other Word Forms

• indomitability noun
• indomitableness noun
• indomitably adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of indomitable¹

First recorded in 1625–35; from Late Latin indomitābilis, from Latin indomit(us) “untamed” ( in- in- ³ + domitus, past participle of domāre “to subdue, tame, bring under control”) + -ābilis -able

Word History and Origins

Origin of indomitable¹

C17: from Late Latin indomitābilis, from Latin indomitus untamable, from _in- ¹ + domitus subdued, from domāre to tame

Synonym Study

See invincible.

Example Sentences

I should have known better than to think that I could subvert Ma’s indomitable will.

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There he was Sunday, indomitable as ever, and given a tremendous ovation as he came on stage.

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The latest Asterix cartoon adventure released on Thursday is being published in 19 languages and across 25 countries as it takes the indomitable Gaulish warrior to ancient Portugal.

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The title directly translates to indomitable, or untameable, a term that seems to perfectly suit the 35-year-old artist, whose long and prosperous career made her an international household name.

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In Russia, her name is synonymous with courage and an indomitable spirit.

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Related Words

• impregnable 
• invincible 
• invulnerable 
• obstinate 
• stubborn 
• unassailable 
• unbeatable 
• willful