incorrigible
3 synonyms and 2 antonyms for incorrigible, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — So set in bad habits or behaviour that it seems impossible to correct or reform.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use incorrigible
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Often used lightly or affectionately about harmless quirks, not just serious criminal behaviour.
Etymology
From Middle French incorrigible, from Latin incorrigibilis, from in- ("not") plus corrigere ("to correct").
Full origin of incorrigible →Frequently asked questions
What does “incorrigible” mean?
The word “incorrigible” means so set in bad habits or behaviour that it seems impossible to correct or reform. In plain terms, impossible to reform or improve — stuck permanently in a bad habit or trait.
How do you pronounce “incorrigible”?
“Incorrigible” is pronounced ihn-KO-rihd-zhuhbl (/ɪnˈkɔɹɪd͡ʒəb(ə)l/ in IPA).
How do you use “incorrigible” in a sentence?
Here is “incorrigible” used in a sentence: “He was an incorrigible flirt, even at his own wedding.”
What is another word for “incorrigible”?
Words with a similar meaning to “incorrigible” include axiomatic, unfalsifiable and incurable.
What is the opposite of “incorrigible”?
The opposite of “incorrigible” — its antonyms — are corrigible and correctable.
What part of speech is “incorrigible”?
“Incorrigible” is an adjective.
Where does the word “incorrigible” come from?
The word “incorrigible” comes from Latin. From Middle French incorrigible, from Latin incorrigibilis, from in- ("not") plus corrigere ("to correct").