Definition

In a way that cannot be fixed or corrected; something that is beyond repair or improvement.

Example

The damage to the ancient artifact was irremediably severe, making restoration impossible.

Conversation

I think I've messed up my presentation irremediably.

Oh no! What happened?

I accidentally deleted all my slides just before presenting.

That sounds stressful, but maybe you can recreate it quickly.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Irremediably → It is formed from "in-" (meaning not), "remediabilis" (from Latin "remedium", meaning remedy or cure), and "-ly" (meaning in a manner). The word means in a manner that cannot be remedied or cured.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('in-') being able to be 'cured' ('remedium') — that's why irremediably means something that cannot be fixed.

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