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- [in-dom-i-tuh-buh l]
- /ɪnˈdɒm ɪ tə bəl/
- /ɪnˌdɒmɪtəˈbɪlɪti /
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- [in-dom-i-tuh-buh l]
- /ɪnˈdɒm ɪ tə bəl/
Definitions of indomitability word
- adjective indomitability that cannot be subdued or overcome, as persons, will, or courage; unconquerable: an indomitable warrior. 1
- noun indomitability The quality of being indomitable. 1
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Origin of indomitability
First appearance:
before 1625 One of the 42% oldest English words
1625-35; < Late Latin indomitābilis < Latin indomit(us) untamed (in- in-3 + domitus, past participle of domāre to subdue, tame, bring under control) + -ābilis -able; compare Latin indomābilis
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Parts of speech for Indomitability
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indomitability popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 66% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
According to our data most of word are more popular. This word is almost not used. It has a much more popular synonym.
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This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for indomitability
noun indomitability
- fearlessness — without fear; bold or brave; intrepid.
- spunk — pluck; spirit; mettle.
- grit — abrasive particles or granules, as of sand or other small, coarse impurities found in the air, food, water, etc.
- daring — People who are daring are willing to do or say things which are new or which might shock or anger other people.
- mettle — courage and fortitude: a man of mettle.
Antonyms for indomitability
noun indomitability
- cowardice — Cowardice is cowardly behaviour.
- weakness — the state or quality of being weak; lack of strength, firmness, vigor, or the like; feebleness.
- fear — a river in SE North Carolina. 202 miles (325 km) long.
- meekness — humbly patient or docile, as under provocation from others.
- diffidence — the quality or state of being diffident.
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