Meaning & Definition of word "Invaluable"

Invaluable

/ɪnˈvæljəbl/

adjective:

  • 1. Invaluable means something that is extremely useful or indispensable.
    • Example: Her guidance was invaluable in helping me make the right decision.
  • 2. Invaluable also refers to something that is so valuable that its worth cannot be measured.
    • Example: The artifacts discovered at the site are invaluable to our understanding of history.
  • 3. Invaluable can describe resources or contributions that are of great importance or value.
    • Example: His experience as a mentor was invaluable to the new employees.

Etymology

Early 17th century, from in- 'not' + valuable.

Common Phrases and Expressions

invaluable experience:

Experience that is extremely useful or beneficial.

invaluable resource:

Resource that is crucial and cannot be substituted.

Related Words

value:

The importance or worth of something.

valuable:

Worth a lot of money or important.

Slang Meanings of invaluable

Meaning: Super valuable

Example Sentence: That advice was super valuable for my startup.

Meaning: Can't put a price on it

Example Sentence: This friendship is something I can't put a price on.