Ineffable

/ɪˈnɛf.ə.bəl/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Too great or extreme to be expressed or described in words.

The beauty of the sunrise over the mountains was ineffable, leaving the hikers speechless.

Incapable of being expressed in words; unspeakable.

She felt an ineffable joy at the news of her promotion.

Not to be uttered; taboo.

There are certain ineffable topics that we choose not to discuss in polite company.

From Latin 'ineffabilis', meaning 'unutterable'.

ineffable joy

An overwhelming feeling of happiness that cannot be described.

ineffable beauty

A beauty that is beyond words.

ineffability

The quality of being ineffable.

ineffably

In a manner that is ineffable.

So amazing it leaves you speechless.

The concert was ineffable; I couldn't find the words to describe it.

Beyond description in a good way.

That meal was ineffable; you have to try it!