inextinguishable

adjective

ˌi-nik-ˈstiŋ-gwi-shə-bəl How to pronounce inextinguishable (audio)
Definition of inextinguishablenext
1
as in enduring
impossible to destroy freedom remains an inextinguishable dream for people around the world

Synonyms & Similar Words

Relevance

Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in unquenchable
incapable of being satisfied possesses an inextinguishable optimism that the voters find very appealing

Synonyms & Similar Words

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

Example Sentences

Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of inextinguishable Now in his early nineties, Gregory (My Dinner with André, NYFF19) shows no sign of slowing down, as evidenced by this delightful, enormously moving document of his inextinguishable creative spark. — Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 11 Aug. 2026 Aside from virtually inextinguishable flames fueled by molten pitch, the payloads likely included toxic ingredients like camphor and arsenic. — Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 14 May 2026 The pride of Odysseus, the passion of Shakespeare’s lovers, and the dread facing Ivan Ilyich on his deathbed remain inextinguishable qualities of our inner lives. — Big Think, 28 Oct. 2025 The stakes, too, are there in the background of these personal dramas—the city seemingly on the brink of explosion, its inextinguishable fires a dread-inducing bass line that won’t let up. — Diana Arterian july 30, Literary Hub, 30 July 2025 And her inextinguishable pursuit was rewarding as the spotlight shined even brighter on the burgeoning star. — Heran Mamo, Billboard, 25 June 2025 Even more tickling, however, is Karin’s evolving reaction, played with inextinguishable spirit by the wonderful Jacobsen. — David Rooney, The Hollywood Reporter, 21 Feb. 2025 This top-five matchup was pushed back a day due to winter storms plaguing the southeast, but the hype is nevertheless inextinguishable. — Steven Louis Goldstein, The Athletic, 24 Jan. 2025 The candle that is Elton John has been inextinguishable, no matter how strong the wind. — Belinda Luscombe, TIME, 11 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for inextinguishable
  1. enduring
  2. unquenchable
  3. indestructible
  4. insatiable
  5. imperishable
  6. urgent
  7. immortal
  8. avid
Adjective
  • Gratitude is the most powerful and enduring sentiment of all — not because everything’s fine.
    — Robert B. Reich, Hartford Courant, 13 Aug. 2026
  • Now, after a yearlong delay, an expedition that some believe represents the best chance at solving one of the most enduring mysteries of the 20th century is set to take place this fall.
    — Christopher Cann, USA Today, 12 Aug. 2026
Definition of enduring
Adjective
  • The film frames spirituality as both a visceral response to injustice, and an unquenchable thirst to cure it.
    — Siddhant Adlakha, Variety, 20 July 2026
  • He’s known for his booming, borderline hits, but his unquenchable thirst to dole out those hits often leaves him badly out of position.
    — Shayna Goldman, New York Times, 1 July 2026
Definition of unquenchable
Adjective
  • In 2006, Panettiere landed her breakout role in NBC superhero series Heroes, playing indestructible high school cheerleader Claire Bennet, who had to juggle her normal life with saving the world from threats.
    — Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 17 Aug. 2026
  • The Soundcore Boom 2 Plus gives you the best of both worlds, pairing peak bass power with indestructible floatable waterproofing.
    — Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 13 Aug. 2026
Definition of indestructible
Adjective
  • Spurred by tech giants’ insatiable appetite for computing power to dominate frontier models, the unprecedented global expansion of AI infrastructure has created demand so enormous that no single country can satisfy it.
    — John Liu, CNN Money, 18 Aug. 2026
  • Add to the mix what seems to be an insatiable demand for debt by tech companies to build data centers and other infrastructure for artificial intelligence.
    — Matt Peterson, CNBC, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of insatiable
Adjective
  • Our collective bond, which once felt imperishable, began to decompose without the movable feasts that had sustained and renewed it.
    — Thomas Chatterton Williams, The Atlantic, 11 July 2026
  • Between July 2, 1935, and February 10, 1942, Holiday, backed by Teddy Wilson and his band, logged twenty-one studio sessions, yielding around seventy imperishable songs.
    — Nick Bowlin, Harper's Magazine, 24 Mar. 2024
Definition of imperishable
Adjective
  • Given no one knows a business like its own people, sharing the most urgent challenges and encouraging new ideas at every level could make a tangible difference to the bottom line, and do away with productivity theater for good.
    — Barnaby Lashbrooke, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026
  • New Yorkers received urgent instructions to take shelter immediately on Thursday evening after a tornado warning was issued for Queens and other parts of New York.
    — Amethyst Martinez, USA Today, 21 Aug. 2026
Definition of urgent
Adjective
  • In Samish legend, Ko-Kwal-Alwoot was a young woman from Rosario village who married the king of the sea and became immortal.
    — John Ryan, NPR, 16 Aug. 2026
  • These immortal beings assembled various groups (including the Green Lantern Corps) in an effort to bring about order and peace.
    — Sergio Pereira, Space.com, 15 Aug. 2026
Definition of immortal
Adjective
  • The Barnes & Noble on Cobb Parkway is closing its doors after decades of serving the community's avid readers.
    — Nakell Williams, CBS News, 19 Aug. 2026
  • The mats from Oh My Mahjong are a favorite among avid players thanks to their thick yet flexible neoprene construction and beautiful designs, like this one featuring herons and florals in pretty shades of blush, sage, and blue.
    — Kate Boswell, Southern Living, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of avid

Browse Nearby Words

inexpungible
inextinguishable
inextricable
See all Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

“Inextinguishable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inextinguishable. Accessed 22 Aug. 2026.

Copy Citation
Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!

More from Merriam-Webster

Word of the Day

Listen to the pronunciation of august

See Definitions and Examples »

Popular in Grammar & Usage

See More

A Who’s Who Regarding ‘Who’s’ and ‘Whose’

How to Pronounce the Trickiest Menu Items

'A' or 'an'? What about before 'h'? An Indefinite Article Guide

Do you 'say your piece' or 'say your peace'?

Why is '-ed' sometimes pronounced at the end of a word?
See More

Popular in Wordplay

See More

Words from the 'Odyssey'

The Longest Long Words List

Even More Words That Sound Like Insults But Aren't

The Words of the Week - Aug. 21

12 Lovely and Unusual Words for the Natural World
See More

Popular

See More

A Who’s Who Regarding ‘Who’s’ and ‘Whose’

Words from the 'Odyssey'

The Longest Long Words List
See More

Games & Quizzes

See All
Play Quordle: Guess all four words in a limited number of tries. Each of your guesses must be a real 5-letter word.
Quordle Can you solve 4 words at once?
Play Blossom: Solve today's spelling word game by finding as many words as you can using just 7 letters. Longer words score more points.
Blossom Pick the best words!
Play Missing Letter: a crossword with a twist. Each of the 25 puzzle words start with a different letter of the alphabet. Which letter is missing?
The Missing Letter A daily crossword with a twist
alt-684346df967d5
Add A Letter Quiz Pick the letter that goes in the same spot in fou...
See All