Indefensible — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective /ˌin-di-ˈfen(t)-sə-bəl/ in·de·fen·si·ble

Meaning & Definition of Indefensible

Indefensible (adjective)

  1. incapable of being maintained as right or valid, untenable
  2. incapable of being justified or excused, inexcusable
  3. incapable of being protected against physical attack

Indefensible (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. too bad to be excused or justified

    "the city's lack of preparedness for a major natural disaster was utterly indefensible"

    similar: inexcusable, inexpiable, insupportable, unforgivable, unjustifiable, unpardonable, unwarrantable
    related: insufferable, intolerable, unbearable, unendurable, abominable, atrocious, heinous, monstrous, outrageous, scandalous, shocking, egregious, flagrant, glaring, gross, rank, unacceptable, untenable, evil, iniquitous, vicious, wicked, base, contemptible, deplorable, despicable, dirty, execrable, ignoble, reprobate, vile, wretched, cruel, nasty, blamable, blameworthy, censurable, reprehensible, banned, barred, condemned, disallowed, forbidden, interdicted, outlawed, prohibited, proscribed
    opposite: defensible, excusable, forgivable, justifiable, pardonable, venial
    near: acceptable, tolerable, authorized, legal, permissible, allowed, permitted, tolerated, approved, endorsed, sanctioned, abetted, encouraged, promoted, supported, ethical, good, moral, virtuous

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Indefensible

The most common words with a similar meaning to Indefensible:

inexcusable, inexpiable, insupportable, unforgivable, unjustifiable, unpardonable, unwarrantable

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Indefensible

Words with the opposite meaning of Indefensible:

defensible, excusable, forgivable, justifiable, pardonable, venial

Related Words for Indefensible

insufferable, intolerable, unbearable, unendurable, abominable, atrocious, heinous, monstrous, outrageous, scandalous, shocking, egregious, flagrant, glaring, gross, rank, unacceptable, untenable, evil, iniquitous, vicious, wicked, base, contemptible, deplorable, despicable, dirty, execrable, ignoble, reprobate

Near Antonyms of Indefensible

acceptable, tolerable, authorized, legal, permissible, allowed, permitted, tolerated, approved, endorsed, sanctioned, abetted, encouraged, promoted, supported, ethical, good, moral, virtuous

Word Forms of Indefensible

Derived words: indefensibility (noun), indefensibly (adverb)

Origin & Etymology of Indefensible

First known use: 1529

Frequently Asked Questions about Indefensible

What does "Indefensible" mean?

"Indefensible" means incapable of being maintained as right or valid, untenable. As an adjective, it is defined as: incapable of being maintained as right or valid, untenable.

What is another word for "Indefensible"?

Other words for "Indefensible" include inexcusable, inexpiable, insupportable, unforgivable, unjustifiable, unpardonable and unwarrantable. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Indefensible" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Indefensible"?

There are 54 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Indefensible". Common alternatives include inexcusable, inexpiable, insupportable, unforgivable, unjustifiable, unpardonable and unwarrantable.

What is the opposite of "Indefensible"?

Antonyms of "Indefensible" include defensible, excusable, forgivable, justifiable, pardonable and venial. Near antonyms include acceptable, tolerable, authorized and legal.

How do you use "Indefensible" in a sentence?

Examples of "Indefensible" in a sentence: "the city's lack of preparedness for a major natural disaster was utterly indefensible".

Is "Indefensible" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Indefensible" is an adjective.

How do you pronounce "Indefensible"?

"Indefensible" is pronounced /ˌin-di-ˈfen(t)-sə-bəl/ and divided into syllables as in·de·fen·si·ble.

What is the origin of the word "Indefensible"?

First known use: 1529.