irresistible
Translation
irresistible
Examples
The smell of fresh cookies was irresistible.
The smell of fresh cookies was irresistible.
She gave me an irresistible smile.
She gave me an irresistible smile.
Grammar Patterns
((to sb.)) too attractive and tempting to be resisted by (sb.) The offer was irresistible to him.
Similar Words
Synonyms: tempting, alluring, overpowering; Antonyms: resistible, repulsive
Etymology
From 'ir-' (not) + 'resist' + '-ible' (able to be). It means 'not able to be resisted'.
Memory Tips
Imagine a dessert so good you can't 'resist' it. It's 'irresistible'.