Upper-Intermediate (B2)
IPA: /ˌɪrɪˈkjuːzəbl/
KK: /ɪrɪˈkjuːzəbl/
Definition
Something that cannot be refused or rejected; it is accepted without question.
Example
The evidence presented in court was irrecusable, leading to a swift verdict.
Conversation

Did you hear about the new policy at work?

Yeah, I heard it’s basically irrecusable for anyone to take time off during peak hours.

I think that’s kind of unfair, don’t you?

Definitely! It feels like they are making decisions that we can’t even question.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
indisputable
unquestionable
incontrovertible
Antonyms
disputable
questionable
refutable
Root Explanation
Irrecusable → It is formed from "in-" (meaning not) and "recusare" (meaning to refuse). The word "irrecusable" means not able to be refused or denied.
Memory Tip
Think of something that cannot be refused — 'in-' means not, and 'recusare' means to refuse.
Visually Confused Words
inexcusable
rescuable
refusable
excusable