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indelible

1 of 1adjective
/ɪnˈdɛləbəl/
1

impossible to remove or erase, leaving a lasting or permanent effect

  • The tragedy left an indelible mark on the community, changing it forever.
  • Her kindness made an indelible impression on everyone she met.
  • The indelible scars from her past shaped her into the strong person she is today.
2

leaving marks which are permanent and cannot be erased or removed

  • The child accidentally drew on the walls with an indelible marker, leaving stains that couldn't be cleaned.
  • The indelible ink on the ballot paper ensured that votes could not be altered or tampered with.