inexhaustible

adjective

ˌi-nig-ˈzȯ-stə-bəl How to pronounce inexhaustible (audio)
Definition of inexhaustiblenext
as in meticulous
showing no signs of weariness even after long hard effort seemingly inexhaustible horses that pulled heavy wagons across the wide prairies

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Recent Examples of inexhaustible In both cases, an ever broadening category of deaths functioned as inexhaustible proof of an expansive government cover-up. — Dan Adler, Vanity Fair, 22 Apr. 2026 As the young pop superstars abandon partying down for just feeling down, their existential crisis presents an opportunity for an inexhaustible 67-year-old. — Scottie Andrew, CNN Money, 2 June 2026 Composers from nineteen countries, ranging from Cuba and Brazil to Japan and South Korea, communally explored an inexhaustible continent of sound. — Alex Ross, New Yorker, 18 May 2026 So the Chiefs and Sporting KC promptly summoned to the cause Kathy Nelson — the inexhaustible Kansas City Sports Commission president who somehow along the way also became the leader of Visit KC. — Kansas City Star, 15 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for inexhaustible
Recent Examples of Synonyms for inexhaustible
  1. meticulous
  2. indefatigable
  3. unflagging
  4. relentless
  5. untiring
  6. tireless
  7. active
  8. vigorous
Adjective
  • It is well known that Jefferson kept meticulous weather records over several decades.
    — Marshall Shepherd, Forbes.com, 4 July 2026
  • Licensing calls for meticulous attention to ownership splits, territorial rights, and expiration dates.
    — Faye Bradley, Variety, 2 July 2026
Definition of meticulous
Adjective
  • Walter would become my indispensable, indefatigable partner in every endeavor that followed.
    — Bill Frist, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026
  • The audience and the other participants go to great lengths each season to insure the safety of the few indefatigable girls who impress us with their authenticity and make full use of their latitude to become tragic heroines.
    — Lillian Fishman, New Yorker, 27 June 2026
Definition of indefatigable
Adjective
  • Tristan is the ultramarathon of opera roles, long and punishing, and not many tenors carry it off with such unflagging grace.
    — Justin Davidson, Vulture, 11 Mar. 2026
  • The new press release appears to tout that same unflagging punk ethos.
    — Connie Ogle, Miami Herald, 29 Aug. 2025
Definition of unflagging
Adjective
  • The timing of the recording reflects a band whose relentless touring had sharpened both its confidence and its new material.
    — SPIN Staff, SPIN, 8 July 2026
  • The Los Angeles Dodgers, renowned for their relentless pursuit of championships, faced intense trade speculation last year concerning third baseman Max Muncy.
    — Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026
Definition of relentless
Adjective
  • All speakers paid tribute to Jack Gross, owner of the new station, for his untiring efforts to bring San Diego its own television station.
    — sandiegouniontribune.com, sandiegouniontribune.com, 17 May 2018
  • Still, Clark's adrenaline and untiring preparation propelled her to a second place finish in Oslo and a third place finish at the Burton US Open the following month.
    — Nihal Kolur, SI.com, 30 Oct. 2017
Definition of untiring
Adjective
  • Honoring first responders During a ceremony on July 4, acting Venezuelan President Delcy Rodriguez honored rescuers from 18 countries and their search dogs for their tireless efforts in helping the country recover.
    — Pat Mueller, USA Today, 7 July 2026
  • Instead, Alfonzo’s first appearance, the culmination of nine tireless years, was somber , stricken by the grief overshadowing what should’ve been a joyous moment in the Dodgers’ to the Padres.
    — Liana Handler Follow, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026
Definition of tireless
Adjective
  • Despite these complexities, active carriers maintain powerful air wings with F/A-18 Super Hornets and other advanced aircraft.
    — Peter Suciu, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026
  • This Eytino bikini set is comfortable and athletic enough for a long, active day at the beach.
    — Laurie Lyons-Makaimoku, Travel + Leisure, 8 July 2026
Definition of active
Adjective
  • Dunlap notes that borage can grow to about 2 to 3 feet tall and wide, while tomatoes are known for their vigorous growth.
    — SJ McShane, Martha Stewart, 30 June 2026
  • Levine Cava gave the golden-colored dog a vigorous pat on the head.
    — Devoun Cetoute, Miami Herald, 27 June 2026
Definition of vigorous

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