unstoppable

[uhn-stop-uh-buhl]

adjective

1. that cannot be stopped or surpassed; unbeatable.

   an unstoppable ball team.

unstoppable

/ ʌnˈstɒpəbəl /

adjective

1. not capable of being stopped; extremely forceful

Other Word Forms

• unstoppably adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of unstoppable¹

First recorded in 1830–40; un- ¹ + stoppable

Example Sentences

A lineup that underperformed for much of the summer has been relentless, resourceful and unstoppable in the fall.

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They finished at 97-65, four games ahead of the Dodgers, the squad that came into the season widely seen as an unstoppable juggernaut.

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Video clips showed Stewart’s combination of size, strength and speed was unstoppable.

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"I think he turned this European team into a really unstoppable force," added Bradley.

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"It's great to see him back and playing at this level. Last season was difficult for him with injuries and other things but when he's at his best he's unstoppable."

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• rigorous 
• ruthless 
• single-minded 
• uncompromising 
• unforgiving 
• unrelenting 
• unyielding