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.