ineffable
adjective /ɪˈnef.ə.bl̩/ formalDefinition
› causing so much emotion, especially pleasure, that it cannot be described: ineffable joy/beautyStrong feelings
(Definition of ineffable adjective from the Cambridge Advanced Learner's Dictionary & Thesaurus
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Synonyms and related words:
- agony noun
- anguish noun
- ardent adjective
- be convulsed with laughter, rage, etc. idiom
- burn up with sth phrasal verb
- burn with sth phrasal verb
- burst verb
- explosive adjective (EMOTION)
- fiery adjective (STRONG FEELINGS)
- hot-blooded adjective (SHOWING FEELINGS)
- impassioned adjective
- inexpressible adjective
- intensity noun
- outburst noun
- profound adjective (EXTREME)
- pungent adjective
- supercharged adjective (EMOTIONAL)
- vehement adjective
- vehemently adverb
- weak-kneed adjective
Topic:
Strong feelings
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