Irresistible (en. Irresistible)
/iresis'tible/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishSpanish
adjective
That attracts very intensely and cannot be rejected.
The sweet aroma of the bakery is irresistible.
El dulce aroma de la panadería es irresistible.
That is so attractive that it provokes an immediate desire to possess or enjoy it.
The offer was irresistible; I couldn't help but buy it.
La oferta era irresistible, no pude dejar de comprarlo.
Referring to a person who causes great attraction.
His charm is so irresistible that no one can ignore it.
Su encanto es tan irresistible que nadie puede ignorarlo.
Etymology
From Latin 'irresistibilis', composed of 'in-' (not) and 'resistibilis' (resistible).
Common Phrases and Expressions
irresistible offer
A proposal that is very tempting and hard to refuse.
irresistible oferta
irresistible charm
An attraction or charm so strong that it is undeniable.
charme irresistible
irresistible desire
A strong impulse that cannot be controlled.
deseo irresistible
Related Words
irresistibly
In an irresistible manner.
irresistiblemente
irresistencia
Lack of resistance to something.
irresistencia
Slang Meanings
Something or someone that is extremely attractive or charming.
That song is so good that it is irresistible.
Esa canción es tan buena que es irresistible.
A person who causes a lot of romantic interest.
That guy is irresistible; all the girls want to go out with him.
Ese chico es irresistible, todas quieren salir con él.