irresistible
ihr-ih-ZIHS-tuh-buhl
Irresistible (adjective) means So strong or powerful that it cannot be resisted or stopped. Example: “The urge to check her phone was irresistible.”
adjective
1
So strong or powerful that it cannot be resisted or stopped.
"The urge to check her phone was irresistible."
"The army faced an irresistible wave of enemy troops."
2
So attractive or appealing that it is impossible to say no to.
"The smell of fresh bread from the bakery was irresistible."
"He found her sense of humour irresistible."
How to use irresistible
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishToo strong, tempting, or powerful to say no to or fight against.
Common pairings
an irresistible urge
irresistible charm
find something irresistible
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Word forms
- Comparative
- more irresistible
- Superlative
- most irresistible
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Etymology
Borrowed via Medieval Latin irresistibilis, built from ir- ("not") plus resistible.
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What does “irresistible” mean?
The word “irresistible” means so strong or powerful that it cannot be resisted or stopped. In plain terms, too strong, tempting, or powerful to say no to or fight against.
How do you pronounce “irresistible”?
“Irresistible” is pronounced ihr-ih-ZIHS-tuh-buhl (/ˌɪɹ.ɪˈzɪs.tə.bəl/ in IPA).
How do you use “irresistible” in a sentence?
Here is “irresistible” used in a sentence: “The urge to check her phone was irresistible.”
What is another word for “irresistible”?
Words with a similar meaning to “irresistible” include overpowering.
What part of speech is “irresistible”?
“Irresistible” is an adjective.
Where does the word “irresistible” come from?
The word “irresistible” comes from Medieval Latin. Borrowed via Medieval Latin irresistibilis, built from ir- ("not") plus resistible.
Is “irresistible” a common word?
“Irresistible” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
How many meanings does “irresistible” have?
“Irresistible” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: so strong or powerful that it cannot be resisted or stopped.
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