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

Other Word Forms

• invaluableness noun
• invaluably adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of invaluable¹

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

Example Sentences

Baruch said that contributions of any amount would be invaluable.

From Los Angeles Times

Cemeteries are invaluable compasses, a theme that binds Enriquez’s essays, and “Somebody Is Walking on Your Grave” is an immersive testament to her genius.

From Los Angeles Times

Those moments could be invaluable as the Dodgers enter the playoffs, giving Roberts a level of confidence to push his likely Game 1 starter and cover for what has been an unreliable bullpen.

From Los Angeles Times

"That evidence is invaluable especially if you are going into court," she said.

From BBC

“His pristine integrity, wise counsel and knowledge of our business were an invaluable resource to me over the course of our 30-year relationship,” Suzanne Scott, chief executive of Fox News Media, said in a statement.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• helpful 
• valuable