redoubtable
/rɪˈdaʊtəbl/
re · doubt · a · ble
rɪ · ˈdaʊt · ə · bl
English Definition
adj. causing or deserving great fear or respect; very powerful and impressive
Significado en Español
temible, formidable
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
đáng sợ, đáng nể
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
redoubt (fortress) + -able (having...quality) → formidable or fearsome defensive power
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
In the phrase “a redoubtable leader,” the word “redoubtable” most nearly means:
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A
timid
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B
formidable
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C
ordinary
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D
insignificant
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B — formidable.
“redoubtable” means adj. causing or deserving great fear or respect; very powerful and impressive
Common questions about “redoubtable”
What does “redoubtable” mean?
redoubtable — adj. causing or deserving great fear or respect; very powerful and impressive. In Chinese: 令人敬畏的, 可怕的.
How do you pronounce “redoubtable”?
redoubtable is pronounced /rɪˈdaʊtəbl/. It breaks into 4 syllables: re · doubt · a · ble.
Is “redoubtable” an ISEE Upper-level word?
Yes. redoubtable appears on the iSEE Vocab Upper list, which covers 804 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “redoubtable”?
redoubt (fortress) + -able (having...quality) → formidable or fearsome defensive power
