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impregnable1

im·preg·na·ble1

impregnable1

 
 
pronunciation:
ihm preg n bl
features:
Word Combinations (adjective), Word Parts
part of speech: adjective
definition 1: able to withstand any attack, as a fortress.
The highly fortified castle was thought to be impregnable.
synonyms:
indestructible, inviolable, invulnerable, tenable, unassailable
antonyms:
vulnerable
similar words:
imperishable, insurmountable, invincible, secure, solid, staunch, unconquerable
definition 2: absolutely secure, as a point or position in a debate.
synonyms:
incontestable, indisputable, invulnerable, irrefutable, unconquerable
antonyms:
shaky, vulnerable
similar words:
absolute, certain, indomitable, invincible, undeniable, unquestionable
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derivations: impregnably (adv.), impregnability (n.)
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