invincible

invincible, unbeatable

adjective an-van-SEEBL Rare

Origin: Latin 'invincibilis' (unconquerable)

Usage Note

Invincible has the same form for masculine and feminine. It can describe an undefeatable opponent, an irresistible force, or an overwhelming feeling — un argument invincible is an unanswerable argument. The related noun l'invincibilité is less common but grammatically standard. Note the nasal vowel in the first syllable, unlike the English word.

Examples

"Cette équipe paraît vraiment invincible."

Natural Translation

This team seems truly invincible.

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