Indelible
mediumNeutral tonein-DEL-ih-bul
adjective
Definition
Making marks that cannot be removed; unforgettable
Memory hook
IN-DELIBLE: cannot be DELETED — permanent marks that can never be erased.
Word roots
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Examples
“The tragedy left an indelible mark on her memory.”
“His indelible contributions shaped the field for generations.”
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“The tragedy left an ______ mark on her memory.”
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indelible
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GRE Tip
Indelible is a medium-difficulty GRE word. On the GRE, you might see it paired with synonyms like "permanent" or "enduring" in Sentence Equivalence questions. Look for contrast clues (however, despite, although) that signal the opposite meaning. Words like "erasable".
Related GRE Words
abiding
Lasting for a long time; enduring and unchanging
timeless
Not affected by the passage of time or changes in fashion
perennial
Lasting for an indefinitely long time; enduring
enduring
Lasting over a period of time; durable
permanent
Lasting or intended to last or remain unchanged indefinitely
eternal
Lasting or existing forever; without end
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