adj

irreplaceable

Irreplaceable (adj) means So unique or valuable that nothing could take its place if lost. Example: “The stolen painting was irreplaceable, one of only three the artist ever made.”

adj

So unique or valuable that nothing could take its place if lost.

"The stolen painting was irreplaceable, one of only three the artist ever made."

"She said her grandmother's advice made her feel irreplaceable to the family."

How to use irreplaceable

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishImpossible to replace because it's one of a kind.

Common pairings

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Etymology

Formed from ir- ("not") plus replaceable.

Synonyms

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unreplaceable

Antonyms

replaceable

Related words

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Rhymes for irreplaceable

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Frequently asked questions

What does “irreplaceable” mean?

The word “irreplaceable” means so unique or valuable that nothing could take its place if lost. In plain terms, impossible to replace because it's one of a kind.

How do you use “irreplaceable” in a sentence?

Here is “irreplaceable” used in a sentence: “The stolen painting was irreplaceable, one of only three the artist ever made.”

What is the opposite of “irreplaceable”?

The opposite of “irreplaceable” — its antonyms — is replaceable.

What part of speech is “irreplaceable”?

“Irreplaceable” is an adjective.

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