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How do you spell Formidable?

Correct spelling

formidable

Remember FORMIDO (Latin for fear) - formidAble causes fear with its strength

Why is formidable spelled this way?

From Latin formidabilis, causing fear. FORMIDO (fear). Something formidable causes fear through its power — strength so evident it commands respect before the contest begins.

Common misspellings of formidable

formidibleformadableformitable

Example

The chess grandmaster's formidable reputation intimidated opponents before they even sat down to play.

Frequently asked questions

How do you spell formidable?+
The correct spelling is "formidable". Remember FORMIDO (Latin for fear) - formidAble causes fear with its strength
Is it formidible or formidable?+
The correct spelling is "formidable", not "formidible".

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