irresistible

adjective

ir·​re·​sist·​ible ˌir-i-ˈzi-stə-bəl How to pronounce irresistible (audio)
variants or less commonly irresistable
Synonyms of irresistiblenext
: 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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For expert skiers, Arapahoe Basin’s East Wall is an irresistible swath of terrain riven by steep chutes and couloirs, all of it requiring hiking to access. John Meyer, Denver Post, 26 Feb. 2026 Aston Martin’s singular styling and pouncy performance make the Vantage S irresistible to those who value individualistic panache. Basem Wasef, Robb Report, 25 Feb. 2026 Cream cheese makes this beer and Cheddar dip spreadable and irresistible. Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 24 Feb. 2026 Its vibrant orange, orchid-like flowers bloom from summer through fall and are irresistible to hummingbirds. Anne Readel, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Feb. 2026 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 1 Mar. 2026.

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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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