Inexpugnable (en. Impregnable)
/ineksˈpunable/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
adjective
That cannot be taken by force.
The castle was considered impregnable due to its high walls.
El castillo era considerado inexpugnable debido a sus altas murallas.
Difficult to defeat or dominate.
His determination was impregnable; he would not be defeated by adversity.
Su determinación era inexpugnable, no se dejaba vencer por las adversidades.
Impossible to penetrate or access.
The defenses of the computer system are considered impregnable.
Las defensas del sistema informático son consideradas inexpugnables.
Etymology
From the Latin 'inexpugnabilis', from 'in-' (not) and 'expugnare' (to take by assault).
Common Phrases and Expressions
impregnable fortress
a fortress that is impossible to conquer.
inexpugnable fortaleza
impregnable will
a very strong determination that cannot be broken.
inexpugnable voluntad
Related Words
expugnable
That can be conquered or besieged.
expugnable
invulnerable
That cannot be harmed or injured.
invulnerable
Slang Meanings
Something that cannot be overcome.
That exam was impregnable for me.
Ese examen fue inexpugnable para mí.
An impenetrable defense.
His strategy was considered impregnable in the debate.
Su estrategia era considerada inexpugnable en el debate.