Indefatigable   (pronounced in-dih-fat-ih-guh-bul) adjective


Definition
incapable or seemingly incapable of being tired out; not giving way to fatigue; untiring.

Main Example

  • "Strong willed! Shrewd! Indefatigable!" These are some of the words being used by noted political analysts to describe the two new party leaders in the House: Republican Tom DeLay and Democrat Nancy Pelosi. Expect bold and imaginative maneuvers from these two quintessential politicians as major legislative battles draw near.

    Workplace Examples

  • While many people can be credited for our recent successes, I would especially like to mention Jerry. He was indefatigable in leading our efforts to capture the No. 1 position in Fortune magazine's annual survey.

  • If only I could get some of Carolyn's DNA transferred into me. She can work 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, and never run out of steam. She is indefatigable!

    Other Examples

  • your calling someone "an indefatigable optimist" because he or she, in spite of numerous setbacks, remains as enthusiastic as ever

  • the late Mother Teresa who indefatigably pursued her objective of providing a shelter for Calcutta's destitute

  • recent Nobelist and former President Jimmy Carter being an indefatigable supporter of human rights and working indefatigably for world peace

    © 2002 V.J. Singal

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