irresistible
Americanadjective
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not resistible; incapable of being resisted or withstood.
an irresistible impulse.
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lovable, especially calling forth feelings of protective love.
an irresistible puppy.
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enticing; tempting to possess.
an irresistible necklace.
noun
adjective
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not able to be resisted or refused; overpowering
an irresistible impulse
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very fascinating or alluring
an irresistible woman
Other Word Forms
- irresistibility noun
- irresistibleness noun
- irresistibly adverb
Etymology
Origin of irresistible
From the Medieval Latin word irresistibilis, dating back to 1590–1600. See ir- 2, resistible
Example Sentences
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Juan Carlos, who abdicated as Spanish king in 2014, hit by scandals, now living in Abu Dhabi, sent an irresistible royal Christmas card.
From BBC
This combination of deep insight and total ignorance has proved irresistible for many interested in the ancient world.
As it emerges from the oven, the scent alone is enough to gather a crowd—melty cheese, warm ham, sweet-spicy butter all mingling in one irresistible aroma.
From Salon
But the deal—10 free items if she spent more than £40—was irresistible.
The story of his investigation proves charming and irresistible.
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