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    Irrésistible (en. Irresistible)

    /i.ʁe.zis.ti.bl/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adjective
    Which exerts such a strong attraction that one cannot resist it.
    Her beauty is simply irresistible.
    Sa beauté est tout simplement irrésistible.
    Which evokes a strong desire or unconditional adherence.
    This dessert is irresistible, I can't help but have some.
    Ce dessert est irrésistible, je ne peux pas m'empêcher d'en prendre.
    Which is inevitable, from which one cannot escape.
    The temptation to go on a trip has become irresistible.
    La tentation de partir en voyage est devenue irrésistible.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'irresistibilis', composed of 'in-' (negation) and 'resistibilis' (which can be resisted).

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    irresistible charm
    Attraction or charm that is very powerful.
    charme irrésistible
    irresistible smile
    A smile that irresistibly attracts attention.
    sourire irrésistible
    irresistible desire
    Want or desire so strong that it cannot be contained.
    désir irrésistible

    Related Words

    resistance
    Ability to oppose or refuse something.
    résistance
    temptation
    The attraction to do something that is often considered bad or undesirable.
    tentation
    fascination
    Intense and often enchanting attraction.
    fascination

    Slang Meanings

    Something too cool to resist.
    This movie is irresistible, I watch it over and over again.
    Ce film est irrésistible, je le regarde encore et encore.
    A person who effortlessly attracts many people.
    She has an irresistible charm, everyone wants to be near her.
    Elle a un charme irrésistible, tout le monde veut être près d'elle.