Definition

In a way that cannot be controlled or held back; showing strong emotions or actions that are difficult to suppress.

Example

She laughed irrepressibly at the funny joke, unable to contain her joy.

Conversation

I love how you laugh; it's so irrepressibly joyful!

Thanks! I just can’t help it when I’m having a good time.

It's great to see someone who enjoys life irrepressibly like you do.

I believe joy is contagious, so I try to spread it around!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Irrepressibly → It is formed from "in-" (meaning not), "repress" (from Latin "reprimere", meaning to hold back or suppress), and "-ibly" (meaning in a manner). The word "irrepressibly" means in a manner that cannot be held back or suppressed.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' being able to 'hold back' something — that's why irrepressibly means something that cannot be contained.

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