indelibly

/ɪndɛlɪbli/ (in-DEL-ih-blee)

Definitions

1. adverb

in a way that cannot be forgotten or removed; permanently

“The smell of the ocean will indelibly be etched in their memories.”

2. adverb

in a way that is deeply imprinted; permanently

“The impact of the traumatic event would indelibly mark her psyche.”

3. verb

to mark or impress something in a permanent way

“The artist’s work is indelibly linked to the art movement of the 20th century.”

Synonyms

  • irremovably
  • permanently

Antonyms

  • temporarily
  • transitorily