irrevocable
2 synonyms and 1 antonym for irrevocable, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — Impossible to take back, cancel, or change once it has been made.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
irrevokable
Antonyms
revocable
How to use irrevocable
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
an irrevocable decision
irrevocable trust
irrevocable commitment
Etymology
From Middle French irrévocable, from Latin irrevocabilis, built from ir- plus revoke plus -able.
Full origin of irrevocable →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.
