Thesaurus results for IRRESISTABLE

irresistible

adjective

variants also irresistable

Definition of irresistible

as in overwhelming

impossible to resist especially because of strength or attractiveness The force of the waves was irresistible. She had an irresistible craving for chocolate. Women find him irresistible.

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Recent Examples of irresistible Although O’Conner has enough money, his cut of the payout is irresistible. — Oline H. Cogdill, Sun Sentinel, 8 July 2026 Looking particularly gorgeous on a recent visit were the overflowing boxes of stone fruit varieties from Rojas Family Farms — delights rendered especially irresistible with a $4-per-pound mix-and-match deal. — John Metcalfe, Mercury News, 7 July 2026 For these irresistible ice cream sandwiches, the cookie is actually a brookie (or a brownie cookie). — Victoria Spencer, Martha Stewart, 3 July 2026 This one-of-a-kind dessert combines the best parts of banana pudding and banana cake into one irresistible layered treat. — Marianne Williams, Southern Living, 2 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for irresistible

Recent Examples of Synonyms for irresistible

Adjective

Still, Donovan said that the accomplishment of passing bipartisan housing affordability legislation with an overwhelming majority shouldn’t be downplayed.

— Samantha Delouya, CNN Money, 11 July 2026
Instead, future conflicts may require large numbers of lower-cost drones capable of overwhelming enemy defenses through sheer volume.

— Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 11 July 2026

Definition of overwhelming

Adjective

The atmosphere is infectious, attracting a discerning international crowd, yacht enthusiasts, fashion aficionados, and travelers who are seeking a blend of luxury and authenticity.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 July 2026
Vibrant animation, infectious energy, and a killer soundtrack make this a future cult favorite.

— Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 2 July 2026