undeniable

[uhn-di-nahy-uh-buhl]

adjective

1. incapable of being denied or disputed.

   undeniable evidence of arson.

   Synonyms: sure, certain, clear, evident, obvious, unquestionable, incontestable, incontrovertible

2. not open to refusal.

   an undeniable call for help.

3. unquestioned as to quality, merit, etc.; indisputably good.

   undeniable artistic talent.

undeniable

/ ˌʌndɪˈnaɪəbəl /

adjective

1. unquestionably or obviously true

2. of unquestionable excellence

   a man of undeniable character

3. unable to be resisted or denied

Other Word Forms

• undeniableness noun
• undeniably adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of undeniable¹

First recorded in 1540–50; un- ¹ + deniable

Example Sentences

"Many women and elders say prohibition has improved household finances, children's education, and nutrition. But it is undeniable that illegal trade continues," he said.

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The legacy of the show is undeniable - it's transformed a cast of newcomers into stars and spawned a global fanbase who have grown up alongside it.

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The snazzy Motown rocker was one of the year’s undeniable singles, hitting No. 3 on the Hot 100.

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For me, the practical appeal was undeniable: I could round up several of the people I’d been wanting to catch up with.

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Here was another turning point in human history—and an undeniable triumph for the Soviet Union.

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Related Words

• certain 
• evident 
• indisputable 
• irrefutable 
• obvious 
• unassailable 
• unquestionable