Irreplaceable

/ˌɪrɪˈpleɪsəbl/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

impossible to replace; unique and invaluable.

The family heirloom was irreplaceable and held great sentimental value.

being so valuable that no substitute can adequately fulfill its role.

Her irreplaceable contributions to the project were recognized at the award ceremony.

having qualities or characteristics that cannot be duplicated.

The artist's style was so unique that his works were considered irreplaceable in the art world.

From in- (not) + replace + -able (capable of being)

one of a kind

Something that is unique and cannot be replicated.

worth its weight in gold

Something that is extremely valuable or important.

the only game in town

The only option, making it irreplaceable.

replaceable

Able to be substituted or exchanged.

indispensable

Absolutely necessary or essential.

Can't be duplicated

That old vinyl record is irreplaceable, you can't find it anywhere else.

One in a million

She's one in a million, totally irreplaceable.