invaluable

[ in-val-yoo-uh-buhl ]

adjective

1. beyond calculable or appraisable value; of inestimable worth; priceless:

   an invaluable art collection; her invaluable assistance.

   Synonyms: precious

   Antonyms: worthless

invaluable

/ ɪnˈvæljʊəbəl /

adjective

1. having great value that is impossible to calculate; priceless

Derived Forms

• inˈvaluableness, noun
• inˈvaluably, adverb

Other Words From

• in·valu·a·ble·ness noun
• in·valu·a·bly adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of invaluable¹

First recorded in 1570–80; in- ³ + valuable, in obsolete sense “capable of valuation”

Example Sentences

Comments like these are precisely the reason Kent finds, and I suspect we all find, storytelling to be invaluable.

From The Daily Beast

He had faltered in the lead, but Clooney has already played an invaluable supporting role in this campaign.

From The Daily Beast

“So let history record that Iran owes an invaluable debt to al Qaeda,” he added.

From The Daily Beast

When situations like this happen, I turn to Yelp as it is an invaluable resource for finding delicious eats all over the world.

From The Daily Beast

But they gave him an invaluable source of counsel and support.

From The Daily Beast

The courage and persistent hard work of the settlers and the leadership of Captain John Smith were invaluable.

From Project Gutenberg

Mrs. Haggard's maid was an invaluable servant, who understood her duties and never seemed to forget anything.

From Project Gutenberg

The smallest notes would be like found gold to me; and an old letter invaluable.

From Project Gutenberg

On this and many similar occasions information furnished by the Rangers proved invaluable to the Confederate generals.

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Mules are also used to drag the heavier guns, and must be invaluable in a mountainous country.

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Related Words

• helpful
• valuable