irresistible

adjective

ir·​re·​sist·​ible ˌir-i-ˈzi-stə-bəl How to pronounce irresistible (audio)
variants or less commonly irresistable
: impossible to resist
an irresistible attraction
irresistibility noun
or less commonly irresistability
irresistibleness noun
or less commonly irresistableness
irresistibly adverb
or less commonly irresistably

Examples of irresistible in a Sentence

The force of the waves was irresistible.
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Chopped pecans are sprinkled over the top, creating that irresistible sticky topping once the buns are baked and flipped. Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Oct. 2025 Color experts regard the combination of analogous hues, whether expressed in green and purple interior design or purple flowers emerging from green foliage, as highly desirable both aesthetically and emotionally, creating a feeling of irresistible calm. Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 18 Oct. 2025 The fatigue sets in, your patience thins, and suddenly, the thought of heading home sounds irresistible. Jenna Ryu, SELF, 17 Oct. 2025 Always stunning, and always irresistible. Robin Miller, AZCentral.com, 17 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for irresistible

Word History

First Known Use

1597, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of irresistible was in 1597

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“Irresistible.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/irresistible. Accessed 21 Oct. 2025.

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irresistible

adjective
ir·​re·​sist·​ible ˌir-i-ˈzis-tə-bəl How to pronounce irresistible (audio)
: impossible to resist
an irresistible attraction
irresistibility adjective
irresistibly adverb

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