irreversible
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Adjective — Impossible to change back to how it was before; permanent.
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How to use irreversible
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Etymology
Formed from ir- ("not") plus reversible.
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What does “irreversible” mean?
The word “irreversible” means impossible to change back to how it was before; permanent. In plain terms, something that, once done, cannot be undone.
How do you pronounce “irreversible”?
“Irreversible” is pronounced ihr-ih-VUR-suh-buhl (/ˌɪr.ɪˈvɝ.sə.bəl/ in IPA).
How do you use “irreversible” in a sentence?
Here is “irreversible” used in a sentence: “The surgery caused irreversible damage to her hearing.”
What part of speech is “irreversible”?
“Irreversible” is an adjective.
Is “irreversible” a common word?
“Irreversible” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “irreversible” have?
“Irreversible” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: impossible to change back to how it was before; permanent.