Redoubtable
What it means
Inspiring respect, and sometimes apprehension, through formidable ability or character.
Reach for it when praising proven strength in elevated language
The redoubtable advocate mastered every detail of the housing case.
Words to choose between 6
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playful
fearsome
Fits when opponents genuinely dread the person
Careful Fearsome is less complimentary.
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everyday
Fits when achievement merits broad praise
Careful Impressive lacks toughness.
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warm
Fits when dependable courage is central
Careful Stalwart is reassuring rather than daunting.
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formal
Fits when presence and authority dominate
Careful Commanding does not prove resilience.
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formal
Fits when ability commands serious respect
Careful Formidable may feel threatening.
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literary
Fits when resolve cannot easily be defeated
Careful Indomitable concerns persistence, not skill.
Opposites 3
- feeble
- unimpressive
- timid
Common phrases 3
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redoubtable opponent
The redoubtable opponent had won four straight finals.
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redoubtable campaigner
A redoubtable campaigner secured the library's future.
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redoubtable reputation
Her redoubtable reputation preceded her into negotiations.
Definitions and examples are written for this site. How words are chosen Recording: Naomi Persephone Amethyst, American accent, from Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0 Updated