Thesaurus results for IRRESISTIBLE

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 Swirling with humor, beguiling suspects, and an endearing second-chance romance, this crime puzzle is utterly irresistible. — Monitor Reviewers, Christian Science Monitor, 23 July 2026 The comparisons between Messi, 39, and Yamal, who just turned 19 last week, are irresistible. — Becky Sullivan, NPR, 19 July 2026 At its best, Abrams’ writing taps into a satisfying cadence where the syllables follow an irresistible internal logic and hit just right. — Molly Mary O’Brien, Pitchfork, 17 July 2026 The flowers are irresistible to hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies. — Madeline Buiano, Martha Stewart, 17 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for irresistible

Recent Examples of Synonyms for irresistible

Adjective

It was reintroduced as a Winter Classic uniform in 2017, and the response was so overwhelming that the organization brought it back on a full-time basis in 2025-26.

— The Athletic NHL Staff, New York Times, 1 Aug. 2026
Alternatively, if Infantino could secure a Yes from every country that has never played in a single men’s World Cup, this plan would pass in overwhelming fashion.

— Eben Novy-Williams, Sportico.com, 31 July 2026

Definition of overwhelming

Adjective

Parents should understand that infectious pathogens like viruses and bacteria have not disappeared, but rather remain under control when vaccination rates stay high.

— Omer Awan, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026
That infectious work ethic apparently already had resurfaced on Day One.

— Vahe Gregorian July 30, Kansas City Star, 30 July 2026