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单词 inextinguishable
释义

inextinguishable

adjective

in·​ex·​tin·​guish·​able ˌi-nik-ˈstiŋ-gwi-shə-bəl How to pronounce inextinguishable (audio)
-ˈstiŋ-wi-
: not extinguishable : unquenchable
an inextinguishable flame
an inextinguishable longing
inextinguishably
ˌi-nik-ˈstiŋ-gwi-shə-blē How to pronounce inextinguishable (audio)
-ˈstiŋ-wi-
adverb

Synonyms

  • imperishable
  • indestructible
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Example Sentences

freedom remains an inextinguishable dream for people around the world possesses an inextinguishable optimism that the voters find very appealing
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Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

inextinguishable

adjective

1
as in enduring
impossible to destroy freedom remains an inextinguishable dream for people around the world

Synonyms & Similar Words

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  • enduring
  • indestructible
  • imperishable
  • immortal
  • undying
  • deathless
  • ineradicable
  • incorruptible
  • everlasting
  • perpetual
  • ineffaceable
  • permanent
  • indissoluble
  • indelible
  • unbreakable
  • durable
  • lasting
  • inexpungible
  • strong
  • sturdy
  • tough

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • perishable
  • mortal
  • extinguishable
  • transient
  • transitory
  • destructible
  • fragile
  • delicate
  • frail
  • flimsy
  • impermanent
  • breakable
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2
as in unquenchable
incapable of being satisfied possesses an inextinguishable optimism that the voters find very appealing

Synonyms & Similar Words

  • unquenchable
  • insatiable
  • quenchless
  • insatiate
  • urgent
  • unappeasable
  • unslakable
  • avid
  • unappeased
  • insistent
  • inappeasable
  • unsatisfied
  • ravenous
  • crying
  • importunate
  • exigent
  • yearning
  • voracious
  • pressing
  • rapacious
  • demanding
  • clamorous

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • extinguishable
  • satisfiable
  • satisfied
  • satiated
  • appeasable
  • satiable
  • controlled
  • restrained
  • curbed
  • satiate
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