Invincible

/ɪnˈvɪn.sə.bəl/ adjective

Definition

Too powerful to be defeated or overcome.

Etymology

From Latin *invincibilis* “unconquerable,” from *in-* “not” and *vincere* “to conquer, defeat.” It originally described unbeatable warriors or armies.

Kelly Says

Feeling invincible is one of the most dangerous human illusions—especially common in teenagers and people on winning streaks. History shows that almost everything called “invincible” eventually meets its match.

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