INDELIBLE Synonyms: 7 Similar and Opposite Words

indelible

adjective

in-ˈde-lə-bəl

Definition of indelible

as in memorable

not easily forgotten winning the state basketball championship was our team's most indelible experience

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Recent Examples of indelible The same could be contextualized in one of Parks’ most indelible portraits, of Black Panther Party leaders Eldridge Cleaver and his wife, Kathleen, in Algiers, Algeria, in 1970. — Tonya Blazio-Licorish, Footwear News, 24 Sep. 2026 Duncan’s artistry touched many and leaves an indelible mark on the cultural landscape. — Chuck Schilken, Los Angeles Times, 18 Sep. 2026 In two playoff games last January, Williams provided some of the 2025 postseason’s most indelible moments. — Michael Silver, New York Times, 14 Sep. 2026 Of course, this is a big studio dramedy starring two of Hollywood’s most indelible romantic heroines. — Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 11 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for indelible

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memorable

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But just as memorable as Drew Barrymore’s gut-wrenching opening scene was Marco Beltrami’s chilling score, one that heightened the suspense and terror at every turn.

— Scott Shilstone, Deadline, 7 Oct. 2026
Clocking in for their promo duties, D’Arcy and stylist Rose Forde opted for one of the most memorable looks from Simone Bellotti’s spring 2027 collection for Jil Sander.

— Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 7 Oct. 2026

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