redoubtable
Group 28Difficulty 2/3
Definition
- (adjective)
- Formidable, especially as an opponent; commanding respect GRE
Example in Context
The redoubtable debater had never lost a contest in her career, a streak that made opponents reluctant to engage her directly.
Synonyms
formidableimpressivemighty
Etymology
Means deserving of fear or respect, particularly in a formidable way.
- re- (Latin) — again
- doubtable (Latin) — to be feared
Memory Aid
🛋️Sounds like “red double table”
A RED DOUBLE TABLE that’s SO LARGE and FORMIDABLE that everyone fears sitting near it!
Visual Association
👑A grand red double table in a palace, where everyone stands in awe, afraid to sit down.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does “redoubtable” mean on the GRE?
redoubtable (adjective) means “Formidable, especially as an opponent; commanding respect”. The redoubtable debater had never lost a contest in her career, a streak that made opponents reluctant to engage her directly.
How to remember “redoubtable” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “redoubtable” sounds like “red double table”. A RED DOUBLE TABLE that’s SO LARGE and FORMIDABLE that everyone fears sitting near it!
What are synonyms for “redoubtable”?
Common synonyms: formidable, impressive, mighty.