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单词 insurmountable
释义

insurmountable

adjective

in·​sur·​mount·​able ˌin(t)-sər-ˈmau̇n-tə-bəl How to pronounce insurmountable (audio)
: incapable of being surmounted : insuperable
insurmountable problems
insurmountably
ˌin(t)-sər-ˈmau̇n-tə-blē How to pronounce insurmountable (audio)
adverb

Synonyms

  • bulletproof
  • impregnable
  • indomitable
  • insuperable
  • invincible
  • invulnerable
  • unbeatable
  • unconquerable
  • unstoppable
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Example Sentences

They were faced with several insurmountable obstacles. the familiar story of the underdog who ultimately triumphs despite insurmountable odds
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Word History

First Known Use

1690, in the meaning defined above

insurmountable

adjective

as in insuperable
incapable of being defeated, overcome, or subdued the familiar story of the underdog who ultimately triumphs despite insurmountable odds

Synonyms & Similar Words

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  • insuperable
  • unconquerable
  • invincible
  • unstoppable
  • indomitable
  • unbeatable
  • impregnable
  • invulnerable
  • undefeated
  • bulletproof
  • armored
  • unassailable
  • untouchable
  • inviolable
  • unbreachable
  • protected
  • defended
  • shielded
  • guarded
  • unbeaten
  • safeguarded
  • unconquered
  • secure
  • unbowed
  • safe
  • unsubdued

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • vulnerable
  • surmountable
  • liable
  • susceptible
  • open
  • unsafe
  • unprotected
  • insecure
  • exposed
  • vincible
  • unguarded
  • superable
  • weak
  • helpless
  • powerless
  • imperiled
  • defenseless
  • imperilled
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