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"Indomitable" vs. "invincible": when strength meets resilience

Reviewed and edited by Lloyd Cooper Today, 21:58
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Indomitable and invincible. What's the difference?

What is similar?

Both "indomitable" and "invincible" refer to a quality of being extremely strong or difficult to defeat. They describe someone or something that cannot be easily overcome or subdued, often used to refer to people who show great courage, spirit, or strength.

What is different?

"Indomitable" means impossible to subdue or defeat, but carries connotations of unyielding will, determination, and spirit, especially in adversity. "Invincible" means too powerful to be defeated or overcome, often focused on being physically or practically unbeatable rather than an internal quality of resilience.

Which one is more common?

Internet search results for indomitable) and invincible

Examples of usage

Indomitable
  • Despite all the challenges, her indomitable spirit inspired everyone around her.
  • The indomitable courage of the soldiers became legendary.
  • He faced failure with an indomitable will to try again.
Invincible
  • The team felt invincible after winning every game of the season.
  • He seemed invincible on the battlefield, emerging unscathed every time.
  • Many believed the fortress was invincible, but it eventually fell.