inexpressible

adjective

in·​ex·​press·​ible ˌi-nik-ˈspre-sə-bəl How to pronounce inexpressible (audio)
: not capable of being expressed : indescribable
inexpressible joy
inexpressibility noun
inexpressibleness noun
inexpressibly adverb

Examples of inexpressible in a Sentence

overcome by an inexpressible awe at the sight of the thunderous waterfall
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Indeed, there is something more cosmic, spiritual and inexpressible about what is missing —a poignant reminder of the profound void left by SOPHIE’s departure from our astral plane. Juan Velasquez, Them, 23 Sep. 2024 And to my ears (and my inexpressible relief), Sanderlin’s does just that, taking my story from one body to another, just like a book might. Michael Andor Brodeur, Washington Post, 6 July 2024 The void left by her absence over the years is inexpressible. CBS News, 9 Jan. 2024 Set against Australia’s breath-taking, natural landscape and with native wildflowers and plants providing a way to express the inexpressible, this enthralling family drama spans decades. Josie Howell | Jhowell@al.com, al, 1 Aug. 2023 See all Example Sentences for inexpressible 

Word History

First Known Use

1625, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of inexpressible was in 1625

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“Inexpressible.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/inexpressible. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.

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inexpressible

adjective
in·​ex·​press·​ible ˌin-ik-ˈspres-ə-bəl How to pronounce inexpressible (audio)
: impossible to express : indescribable
inexpressible joy
inexpressibly adverb

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