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"Irresistible" is an adjective. It describes something that is so appealing or enticing that it cannot be resisted or refused. For example, a dessert can be considered irresistible if it is very tempting and difficult to say no to.
Irresistible
The word 'irresistible' originates from the Latin word 'irresistibilis', which is formed from the prefix 'in-' (not) + 'resistibilis' (resistible). The term made its way into Middle French before entering the English language in the early 17th century.
The word "irresistible" is pronounced as /ˌɪr.ɪˈzɪs.tə.bəl/. It can be broken down phonetically as "ih-ree-ZIS-tuh-buhl."
The word 'irresistible' can be used in a sentence such as, "The aroma of freshly baked cookies was simply irresistible." When using 'irresistible,' it is important to remember the correct spelling, ensuring that the 'r' follows the 'i' and noting that it has three syllables, pronounced as i-rres-ist-i-ble. Additionally, it is commonly used to describe something that cannot be resisted, whether it be a physical attraction or a compelling temptation.