redoubtable
adjective · noun
Simple meaning
Eliciting respect; awe-inspiring.
Pronunciation
Say it like this:
ruhdowtuhbuhlSay the bold part a little louder.
IPA pronunciation (US)
ɹəˈdaʊtəbəl
This word is pronounced essentially the same in American and British English, so one transcription covers both.
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Definition
Everyday modern meanings first, grouped by part of speech.
adjective
in a positive sensesometimes humorous
Eliciting respect; awe-inspiring, imposing.
in a negative sense
Eliciting dread or fear; appalling, formidable.
Especially of a person.
noun
in a positive sensesometimes humorous
A person who elicits respect.
in a negative sense
A person who elicits dread or fear; a formidable person.
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This meaning: (in a positive sense, sometimes humorous) Eliciting respect; awe-inspiring, imposing.
Used this way, redoubtable is a reasonably familiar word with a clearly warm, approving pull. Keep it for friendly, informal settings.
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- Positive
- Formality
- Neutral
- Intensity
- Gentle
- How common
- Moderately common
- Connotation
- Playful
- Usage feel
- Playful and informal
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