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Definition of irreversible

irreversible

/ˌɪr.əˈvɝː.sə.bəl/
ir · re · vers · i · ble
Adverb:irreversibly
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irreversible Lexical Profile

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• adjective

1

Not able to be undone, altered, or restored to a previous state or condition.

Example

"Prolonged exposure to loud noises can cause irreversible damage to your hearing."

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• Rhymes for irreversible

• Nearby Words

irreverence
irreverent
irreverently
irreversible
irreversibly
irrevocable
irrevocably

Word Origin & Etymology

First recorded in the late 16th century, formed in English from the negative prefix ir- ('not') and reversible, ultimately tracing back to the Latin verb revertere ('to turn back').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Irreversible. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/irreversible
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