Irreparable

/ɪˈrɛpəreɪbəl/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

not able to be repaired or rectified.

The damage caused by the storm was so extensive that the destruction of the historic building was deemed irreparable.

impossible to reverse or recover from.

The scandal led to irreparable harm to his reputation, making it difficult for him to regain the public's trust.

incapable of being fixed or restored.

After the accident, the car suffered irreparable damage, and the owner was forced to buy a new one.

From Latin irreparabilis, meaning 'not repairable'.

irreparable harm

damage that cannot be undone.

irreparable loss

a loss that cannot be compensated.

irreparable damage

damage that is definitive and cannot be repaired.

repairable

capable of being repaired.

remedial

intended to correct or improve.

recoverable

capable of being recovered or regained.