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ineffable

IPA pronunciation: /ɪnˈef.ə.bəl/

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Russian meaning

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English definition

Too great or extreme to be expressed or described in words.

Example

Witnessing the total solar eclipse evoked an ineffable sense of awe.

Collocations

ineffable beauty
ineffable joy
ineffable sorrow

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