unbreakable
/'ʌn'breikəbl/
Definition
- Adjective:
- Impossible to break or shatter: Describes an object that is extremely strong and resistant to breaking, cracking, or being destroyed, especially under normal conditions of use or stress.
- Not able to be violated or ended: Can describe abstract concepts like a bond, promise, or record that is considered inviolable or enduring.
Usage and Examples
- Describing Physical Objects:
- The manufacturer claims these containers are unbreakable.
- We need unbreakable dishes for the outdoor picnic.
- Describing Abstract Qualities:
- They shared an unbreakable bond of friendship.
- The athlete set what seemed like an unbreakable record.
Advanced Usage and Nuances
- "virtually unbreakable": Often used in marketing to indicate extreme durability, though not literally 100% indestructible.
- This phone case is advertised as virtually unbreakable.
- Used to imply extreme resilience or determination in a metaphorical sense.
- Her spirit was unbreakable despite the challenges.
Variants and Related Words
- Unbreakableness (n, rare): The quality or state of being unbreakable.
- Breakable (adj): The direct antonym, meaning capable of being broken.
- Indestructible (adj): Very similar in meaning, often implying resistance to any form of destruction, not just breaking.
Synonyms
- Indestructible
- Shatterproof
- Durable
- Resilient (more general, often for materials that return to shape)
Antonyms
- Breakable
- Fragile
- Delicate
- Brittle
Idioms and Common Phrases
(Note: There are no common idioms that use the exact word "unbreakable" as a core component. Its use is typically literal or descriptive.)
Adjective
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impossible to break especially under ordinary usage
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unbreakable plastic dinnerwear
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