Definition

In a way that cannot be corrected, changed, or reformed; often used to describe someone who is resistant to improvement or change.

Example

He was incorrigibly late to every meeting, despite numerous reminders.

Conversation

I can't believe how incorrigibly messy your room is right now!

I know, it’s a disaster!

You really need to clean it up before your parents visit.

You're right, but I’m just incorrigibly lazy about it.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Incorrigibly → It is formed from "in-" (meaning not), "corrigere" (meaning to correct), and "-ible" (meaning capable of). The word describes a state of being not capable of being corrected or reformed.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who is 'not' ('in-') able to be 'corrected' ('corrigere') — that's why incorrigibly means unable to be corrected.

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