unbreakable
A2Pronunciation
UK
- /ʌnbrˈeɪkəbəl/
US
- /ənˈbreɪkəbəl/
Description
- Cannot be broken
- Strong
- Resilient
"Unbreakable" describes something so strong that it does not break, give way, or fall apart. You might picture a hard case made to survive drops, or a shield in a story that cannot be damaged. But the word is not only for physical things. People also use it for relationships, promises, and spirit. An unbreakable bond is one that stays strong through trouble. An unbreakable promise is one that someone fully intends to keep.
The word often carries a feeling of strength, safety, and quiet admiration. It suggests that something can face pressure, stress, or hardship and still remain whole.
"Unbreakable" means not able to be broken, damaged, or made to fail. In its most literal sense, it describes a thing that can take force without cracking or falling apart, such as tough plastic, safety materials, or protective equipment. In everyday language, though, the word often reaches beyond objects.
It is commonly used in a more emotional or symbolic way. You might hear about an unbreakable friendship, an unbreakable bond between family members, or an unbreakable spirit in someone who keeps going through pain or loss. In these cases, the word does not mean physically impossible to break. It means deeply strong, lasting, and hard to destroy.
The word can also describe trust, loyalty, and promises. An unbreakable promise or vow sounds firm and serious, as if nothing should make it fail. In stories and dramatic writing, the word is often chosen to give a feeling of power, endurance, and certainty.
Sometimes the word is used a bit loosely for effect. For example, a company may call a product "unbreakable" to mean extremely tough, not truly impossible to damage. Context matters. Most of the time, the word points to unusual strength, whether that strength belongs to an object, a relationship, a belief, or a person's inner character.
Examples
- 1
Camping
We packed unbreakable plates for the camping trip because we knew they would get knocked around.
- 2
Child safety
The baby gate is made from a light, unbreakable plastic.
- 3
Close relationship
Even after years of living in different countries, the two sisters still had an unbreakable bond.
Phrase
an unbreakable bond
a relationship that stays very strong
- 4
Determination
She went back to work the next day with an unbreakable sense of determination.
- 5
Team spirit
The team was exhausted, but their spirit seemed unbreakable.
Forms and spellings
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Main spelling
- unbreakableadjective