Definition

In a way that is too attractive or appealing to be resisted or avoided.

Example

The dessert looked so delicious that I found it irresistibly tempting.

Conversation

Did you see that dessert at the cafe?

Yeah, it looked irresistibly good!

I couldn't help but order one myself.

Same here! I just had to try it.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Irresistibly → It is formed from "in-" (meaning not) and "resistere" (meaning to resist) combined with the suffix "-ibly" (meaning in a manner). The word "irresistibly" means in a manner that cannot be resisted or opposed.

Memory Tip

Think of something that cannot be "resisted" ('resistere') — the 'in-' means not, so 'irresistibly' describes something that is impossible to resist.

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