Redoubtable
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ɹɪˈdaʊtəbl̩/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Redoubtable is an adjective meaning Especially of a person.
Meaning
Especially of a person.
More Meanings
- (in a positive sense, sometimes humorous) A person who elicits respect.
- (in a negative sense) A person who elicits dread or fear; a formidable person.
Example Sentences
Had you sought the Lady's court yourself.— / Faced the redoubtables composing it, / Flattered this, threatened that man, bribed the other,— / Pleaded, by writ and word and deed, your cause,— / Conquered a footing inch by painful inch,— / And, after long years' struggle, pounced at last / On her for prize,—the right life had been lived.
Word Forms
- redoubtables
Synonyms for redoubtable
Depending on context, synonyms include formidable, glorious, illustrious, alarming, proud, unnerving.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include formidable, alarming, proud, glorious, illustrious, respected.
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