# irresistible

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**Created:** [October 11, 2021, 3:08am UTC](https://eijil.com/t/topic/254 "2021-10-11T03:08:40Z")\
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**Post date:** [October 11, 2021, 3:08am UTC](https://eijil.com/t/topic/254/1 "2021-10-11T03:08:40Z")

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词性：adj.  
音标： [ˌɪrɪˈzɪstəbl]  
释义：无法抗拒的，非常诱人的，[力量太强大而]不可抑制的，不可避免的，扛不住的

If something is _irresistible_, you have to have it, like the plate of gooey chocolate chip cookies sitting in front of a group of dieters who one by one help themselves to a handful.

If you can’t resist something, it’s irresistible. Something is irresistible if it is so enticing, attractive, magnetic, tempting, or alluring that you must have it. You have no control — that’s what all irresistible things have in common. From potato chips to bargain shopping or the urge to send text messages, when something is irresistible, it’s hard to fight.

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**Post date:** [October 11, 2021, 3:09am UTC](https://eijil.com/t/topic/254/2 "2021-10-11T03:09:34Z")

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Right, well, then the new trick’s gonna have to be irresistible then.

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**Post date:** [October 11, 2021, 3:11am UTC](https://eijil.com/t/topic/254/3 "2021-10-11T03:11:14Z")

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Yeah. You’re irresistible.

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**Post date:** [October 11, 2021, 3:12am UTC](https://eijil.com/t/topic/254/4 "2021-10-11T03:12:09Z")

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I got an irresistible invitation.

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**Post date:** [October 11, 2021, 3:15am UTC](https://eijil.com/t/topic/254/5 "2021-10-11T03:15:52Z")

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I had the irresistible urge to make pork chops for you.

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**Post date:** [October 11, 2021, 3:16am UTC](https://eijil.com/t/topic/254/6 "2021-10-11T03:16:47Z")

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Suddenly, through no fault of my own, I became irresistible to her!

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**Post date:** [May 30, 2024, 10:45am UTC](https://eijil.com/t/topic/254/7 "2024-05-30T10:45:04Z")

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@Chatbot 你是一个英语教学的大师，你会用通俗易懂的方式给学生讲解各类英语知识，现在请你给我解释下上面帖子中我着重讲解的单词，介绍下这些单词在正式文书和口语中的各类含义，各举几个地道，自然的例子。介绍下这些单词的来历，以及我如何才能记住这些单词呢？

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**Post date:** [May 30, 2024, 10:45am UTC](https://eijil.com/t/topic/254/8 "2024-05-30T10:45:31Z")

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Of course, I’d be happy to help you understand the word “irresistible” in various contexts.

### Definition and Pronunciation

1. **词性** : 形容词 (adj.)
2. **音标** : [ˌɪrɪˈzɪstəbl]

### Meanings

1. **无法抗拒的，非常诱人的** : Something you can’t resist or find extremely attractive.

2. **不可抑制的，不可避免的** : Something so powerful it cannot be controlled or avoided.

### Usage in Formal Writing and Everyday Conversation

#### Formal Writing

In formal contexts, such as academic papers, business reports, or official correspondence:

- **Example** : The undeniable allure of the newly released smartphone rendered it irresistible to consumers, resulting in a surge in sales.

#### Everyday Conversation

In everyday speech, it can describe anything enticing or tempting.

- **Example** : That movie was so good; it’s irresistible to watch again.

### Examples from Media Clips

1. **“Right, well, then the new trick’s gonna have to be irresistible then.”**

2. **“Yeah. You’re irresistible.”**

3. **“I got an irresistible invitation.”**

4. **“I had the irresistible urge to make pork chops for you.”**

5. **“Suddenly, through no fault of my own, I became irresistible to her!”**

### Etymology

“Irresistible” comes from the Latin word “irresistibilis,” which means “not to be opposed.” It combines “in-” (not) and “resistere” (to resist).

### Memory Tips

1. **Mnemonic Device** : Think of “ir-resist-able” when you can’t resist something.
2. **Association** : Link the word to personal experiences, like your favorite dessert that you find irresistible.

By understanding the contexts both in formal settings and everyday conversations, and with examples from popular media, you can get a well-rounded grasp of how “irresistible” is used. Associating the word with personal experiences and breaking it down into more manageable parts can also make it easier to remember.
