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Definition of unsinkable

unsinkable

/ʌnˈsɪŋkəbəl/
un · sink · a · ble
Adverb:unsinkably
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unsinkable Lexical Profile

unsinkable Game Scores & Validity

• adjective

1

Incapable of being sunk or submerged in water (typically of a ship or boat).

Example

"The luxury liner was famously advertised as unsinkable before its maiden voyage."

2

Incapable of being defeated, ruined, or discouraged.

Example

"Her unsinkable optimism helped the team recover from a series of tough losses."

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• Rhymes for unsinkable

• Nearby Words

unsigned
unsignposted
unsinkability
unsinkable
unskilled
unskillful
unskillfully

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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