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indelibly

/ɪnˈdɛl.ə.bli/
in · del · i · bly
Adjective:indelible
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• adverb

1

In a way that cannot be forgotten or that leaves a permanent emotional or mental impression.

Example

"The breathtaking view of the canyon at sunrise remains indelibly etched in my memory."

2

In a way that cannot be removed, washed away, or erased.

Example

"The serial number was indelibly stamped onto the metal frame of the bicycle."

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• Nearby Words

indefinitely
indefiniteness
indelible
indelibly
indelicacy
indelicate
indemnify

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed from the adjective 'indelible' plus the suffix '-ly'. 'Indelible' derives from Late Middle English via Latin 'indelibilis', from 'in-' (not) and 'delibilis' (from 'delere', meaning to efface or destroy).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Indelibly. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/indelibly
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