May 22, 2026

Ineffable

adjective

Definition

Too great or extreme to be expressed or described in words. Something ineffable is beyond the reach of ordinary language.

Example Sentence

“There is an ineffable joy in watching a child take their first steps.”

Etymology

From Latin ineffabilis, from in- (not) + effabilis (speakable), from effari (to utter).

Scrabble Score

I1N1E1F4F4A1B3L1E1

INEFFABLE scores 17 points in Scrabble.

Synonyms & Related Words

indescribable unspeakable inexpressible beyond words

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