James May

Modern man is in crisis. He has degenerated from the redoubtable pillar he became through centuries of refinement and slipped resignedly into the popular depiction of himself as a witless under-achiever, incapable of looking after himself or those around him.

English Journalist

James Gleick

Encyclopedias are finished. All encyclopedias combined, including the redoubtable Britannica, have already been surpassed by the exercise in groupthink known as Wikipedia.

American Author

Redoubtable describes someone who inspires fear or respect, potentially both, through their abilities.

Often Intimidating

Though it may imply fear, 'redoubtable' can also express profound respect and admiration.

Not Always Negative

'Redoubtable' is often used when comparing strengths, suggesting superiority or an impressive challenge.

Used in Comparisons

Used to show deep admiration for someone's exceptional qualities.

Admire the Exceptional

Often associated with wisdom and experience rather than just physical strength or power.

Reflects Wisdom

Suggests a longstanding or traditional form of respect or esteem, usually earned over time.

Conveys Long-standing Respect

 He had to have a lot of oxygen, and that affected your eyes, Derek, and also the way you understand language and the way you understand the world. But that was the end of the bad news, because when Derek came home from the hospital, his family decided to employ the redoubtable nanny