Definition

The quality of being impossible to remove or forget; something that cannot be erased or changed.

Example

The indelibility of her memories made it hard for her to move on.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about the indelibility of our memories?

Yeah, some moments just stick with you forever, don’t they?

Right? It's fascinating how certain experiences have such an indelibility in our minds.

Definitely! I think it's what makes life so memorable.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Indelibility is formed from "in-" (meaning not) and "delere" (meaning to destroy or erase) combined with the suffix "-ibility" (meaning the quality of being). The word refers to the quality of being unable to be erased or destroyed.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('in-') being able to 'erase' ('delere') something — that's why indelibility means something that cannot be erased.

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