Invincibles (en. Invincible)
/ɛ̃.vɛ̃.sibl/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
adjective
That which cannot be defeated or overcome.
With his courage, he felt invincible.
Avec son courage, il se sentait invincible.
That which is extremely strong or resilient.
The champion team considers itself invincible.
L'équipe des champions se considère comme invincible.
Etymology
From Latin 'invincibilis', composed of 'in-' (not) and 'vincibilis' (which can be defeated).
Common Phrases and Expressions
to be invincible
To be in a situation where one cannot be defeated.
être invincible
the invincible air
To have an attitude or appearance of irresistible strength.
l'air invincible
to think of oneself as invincible
To have excessive confidence in one's own abilities.
se croire invincible
Related Words
victory
Success achieved in a fight, a competition.
victoire
strength
Ability to exert pressure or to defend oneself.
force
courage
Quality of one who does not fear danger.
courage
Slang Meanings
Someone very strong in sports.
This athlete is truly invincible on the field.
Cet athlète est vraiment invincible sur le terrain.
A person who never gives up.
She has been tested multiple times, but she remains invincible.
Elle a été à plusieurs reprises mise à l'épreuve, mais elle reste invincible.