irreversible
Translation
irreversible
Examples
The damage to the environment is irreversible.
The damage to the environment is irreversible.
He made an irreversible decision to quit his job.
He made an irreversible decision to quit his job.
Grammar Patterns
((an)) irreversible ((noun)) to describe something as permanent The decision was irreversible.
Similar Words
Synonyms: permanent, final; Antonyms: reversible, temporary
Etymology
From the prefix 'ir-' (not) + 're-' (back) + 'vers' (to turn) + '-ible' (able to be). Literally 'not able to be turned back'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as 'not reversible'. If you can't reverse a car, its movement is irreversible. The same applies to decisions or damage.