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irrevocable

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Adjective — Impossible to take back, cancel, or change once it has been made.

How to use irrevocable

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an irrevocable decision irrevocable trust irrevocable commitment

Etymology

From Middle French irrévocable, from Latin irrevocabilis, built from ir- plus revoke plus -able.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “irrevocable” mean?

The word “irrevocable” means impossible to take back, cancel, or change once it has been made. In plain terms, final and unchangeable — once done, it cannot be reversed.

How do you pronounce “irrevocable”?

“Irrevocable” is pronounced ih-REH-vuh-kuh-buhl (/iˈɹɛvəkəbəl/ in IPA).

How do you use “irrevocable” in a sentence?

Here is “irrevocable” used in a sentence: “His decision to resign was irrevocable.”

What part of speech is “irrevocable”?

“Irrevocable” is an adjective.

Where does the word “irrevocable” come from?

The word “irrevocable” comes from Latin. From Middle French irrévocable, from Latin irrevocabilis, built from ir- plus revoke plus -able.

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