invulnerable

adjective

(ˌ)in-ˈvəl-n(ə-)rə-bəl How to pronounce invulnerable (audio)
Definition of invulnerablenext
as in invincible
incapable of being defeated, overcome, or subdued typically teenagers suppose themselves to be invulnerable, so they take needless risks

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Recent Examples of invulnerable Any pardons Biden issues should be virtually invulnerable to a court challenge. — Ian Millhiser, Vox, 7 Dec. 2018 Those who’ve faced adversity may feel the pressure to always appear strong or invulnerable, yet pushing yourself too hard can lead to burnout. — Marian Evans, Forbes, 5 Dec. 2024 For the sake of the long-term viability of this series, Matty shouldn’t be invulnerable. — Noel Murray, Vulture, 17 Oct. 2024 Pastor David Stone always laughed at the old legend that Sarasota was invulnerable to hurricanes. — Maggie Menderski, The Courier-Journal, 13 Oct. 2024 See All Example Sentences for invulnerable
Recent Examples of Synonyms for invulnerable
  1. invincible
  2. impregnable
  3. bulletproof
  4. armored
  5. unstoppable
  6. insurmountable
  7. unconquerable
  8. indomitable
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  • The opponents were significant — Bayer Leverkusen hadn’t lost a game all season in any competition and were on course for a historic invincible treble.
    — The Athletic UK Staff, The Athletic, 20 Feb. 2025
  • After a 2-1 first-leg defeat at Celtic Park, Brendan Rodgers' men must overturn the deficit at the Allianz Arena, where Bayern Munich are practically invincible.
    — Matt Robison, Newsweek, 18 Feb. 2025
Definition of invincible
Adjective
  • From Sandro Tonali to Dan Burn and Dubravka, this current side have been borderline impregnable over the past month.
    — Chris Waugh, The Athletic, 16 Jan. 2025
  • For more than half a century, the Assad dynasty appeared to have an impregnable hold over Syria.
    — Natasha Hall, Foreign Affairs, 9 Dec. 2024
Definition of impregnable
Adjective
  • Chandler went into the bout in New York last November with seemingly bulletproof confidence after a strong fight camp but was beaten by an excellent Oliveira display as the former undisputed UFC lightweight champion claimed a unanimous decision victory at Madison Square Garden.
    — Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 1 Feb. 2025
  • Straight-talking and seemingly bulletproof in the press conference chair, Arne Slot has mixed tactical insight with humour during his time as Liverpool’s head coach.
    — Gregg Evans, The Athletic, 23 Jan. 2025
Definition of bulletproof
Adjective
  • Along with military-grade rifles capable of piercing through armored vehicles and airplanes, Dominican authorities found 22 other firearms, including Glock pistols, and 36,000 bullets of various calibers.
    — Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 14 Mar. 2025
  • Last month, the State Department paused apparent plans for a $400 million contract for armored Tesla vehicles.
    — Nathaniel Minor, NPR, 12 Mar. 2025
Definition of armored
Adjective
  • Minnesota’s first goal was a stunning and unstoppable strike from Hassani Dotson in the 15th minute.
    — Daniel Sperry, Kansas City Star, 16 Mar. 2025
  • Nathan Ordaz and David Martinez scored goals for LAFC, but the Sounders were just unstoppable, with more shots on net (11) than LAFC had total shot attempts (eight).
    — Kilty Cleary, Newsweek, 15 Mar. 2025
Definition of unstoppable
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  • With more people than ever able to express ideas, realize creative projects and work together to inspire, entertain and inform one another, design and creativity are flourishing in new ways even in the face of these seemingly insurmountable obstacles.
    — Bill Connolly, Rolling Stone, 5 Mar. 2025
  • And especially to my father, Bruce Paltrow, who has surmounted insurmountable obstacles this year.
    — Lydia Price, People.com, 2 Mar. 2025
Definition of insurmountable
Adjective
  • Pitt’s tattoos include the first initials of each of his family members, a set of lines designed by the 49-year-old Maria actress, his ex-wife’s birthday, an outline of Ötzi the Iceman and the Latin word Invictus, which means unconquerable.
    — Angel Saunders, People.com, 11 Feb. 2025
  • Even the most vulnerable patrons of an unforgiving desert can confront tribulation with the command of unconquerable spirits.
    — Yahya Salem, CNN, 6 Aug. 2024
Definition of unconquerable
Adjective
  • Based on Winn’s best-selling memoir, director Marianne Elliott’s lovely film captures the natural but temperamental beauty of the land but also the indomitable spirit of the married couple at its core, who are facing daunting odds, including a health crisis.
    — Randy Myers, The Mercury News, 7 Mar. 2025
  • Penguins took a 3-1 series lead behind an indomitable Crosby performance, only to lose the final three games largely because a high hit from Jacob Trouba knocked Crosby out of Games 5 and 6.
    — Josh Yohe, The Athletic, 3 Jan. 2025
Definition of indomitable

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