Word
indelible
Phoneticsin·deli·ble
US/ˌɪnˈdɛɫɪbəɫ/
UK/ɪndˈɛləbəl/
Definition
adj. impossible to remove or forget. You use this to describe something that leaves a permanent mark, like a deep scar or a strong memory.
adj. impossible to remove or erase; lasting permanently. Often describes physical marks or deep-seated psychological impressions.
Examples
“The ink on the document is indelible.”
“The experience of the war left an indelible mark on the entire generation.”
“The artist used a special pigment to ensure the signature remained indelible, even after decades of exposure to the elements.”
Examples
simple
“The ink on the document is indelible.”
contextual
“The experience of the war left an indelible mark on the entire generation.”
complex
“The artist used a special pigment to ensure the signature remained indelible, even after decades of exposure to the elements.”
Real-World Examples
“Grand Central Publishing said: "We are deeply saddened by the passing of Tim Curry, a singular talent whose extraordinary career left an indelible mark on generations of audiences.” “He said: "Wise beyond her years and already saddled with so much of a life, she left an indelible mark on me as a writer and a storyteller.” Etymology
From Latin indelebilis (“indestructible”).
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
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