adamantine

[adəˈmætɪn]

Definitions

1. adjective

extremely hard or unyielding, especially of a gemstone

“The diamond’s adamantine surface glistened in the sunlight.”

2. noun

a very hard or unyielding quality or substance

“The adamantine texture of the new sports car’s tires made it resistant to wear and tear.”

Synonyms

  • diamond
  • inelastic
  • inflexible
  • unyielding

Antonyms

  • flexible
  • pliable
  • soft
  • yielding