indistinguishable

[ in-di-sting-gwi-shuh-buhl ]

adjective

1. not distinguishable.
2. indiscernible; imperceptible.

indistinguishable

/ ˌɪndɪˈstɪŋɡwɪʃəbəl /

adjective

1. often postpositivefoll byfrom identical or very similar (to)

   twins indistinguishable from one another

2. not easily perceptible; indiscernible

Derived Forms

• ˌindisˈtinguishably, adverb
• ˌindisˌtinguishaˈbility, noun

Other Words From

• indis·tinguish·a·ble·ness indis·tinguish·a·bili·ty noun
• indis·tinguish·a·bly adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of indistinguishable¹

First recorded in 1600–10; in- ³ + distinguishable ( def )

Example Sentences

To Tarrant, conserving the purity of lands was indistinguishable from conserving white European ideals and beliefs.

From Salon

Her public views are now indistinguishable from Kremlin policy and regularly go as far as calling for violence against Russia's enemies.

From BBC

But his headlines are often indistinguishable from many of the falsehoods that are posted to the social network.

From New York Times

The lawsuit also alleges that Harvey bears an “uncanny resemblance” to Martha, saying her “accent, manner of speaking and cadence” are “indistinguishable.”

From Seattle Times

Online stores and streaming platforms are basically indistinguishable.

From New York Times

Related Words

• identical