Irremediable
adjective
Impossible to correct, recover or fix.
The damage to the painting was irremediable after the fire.
Often appears as...
- irremediable harm
- irremediable damage
Usage tips
Formal
adjective
Impossible to correct, recover or fix.
The damage to the painting was irremediable after the fire.
Often appears as...
- irremediable harm
- irremediable damage
Usage tips
Formal
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Permanent State
Use 'irremediable' to express a permanent, unchangeable condition, often because it’s too late to fix.
The neglect had led to irremediable consequences for the ecosystem.
Pro Tip 2/3Severity Impact
It emphasizes the severity of a situation, marking it as beyond help or cure.
His decision was made with irremediable seriousness, no turning back.
Pro Tip 3/3Negative Outcome
Associated with negative outcomes, it's rarely used in a positive or neutral context.
The company's reputation suffered irremediable damage after the scandal.
Pro Tip 1/3Permanent State
Use 'irremediable' to express a permanent, unchangeable condition, often because it’s too late to fix.
The neglect had led to irremediable consequences for the ecosystem.
Pro Tip 2/3Severity Impact
It emphasizes the severity of a situation, marking it as beyond help or cure.
His decision was made with irremediable seriousness, no turning back.
Pro Tip 3/3Negative Outcome
Associated with negative outcomes, it's rarely used in a positive or neutral context.
The company's reputation suffered irremediable damage after the scandal.
Pro Tip 1/3Permanent State
Use 'irremediable' to express a permanent, unchangeable condition, often because it’s too late to fix.
The neglect had led to irremediable consequences for the ecosystem.
Pro Tip 2/3Severity Impact
It emphasizes the severity of a situation, marking it as beyond help or cure.
His decision was made with irremediable seriousness, no turning back.
Pro Tip 3/3Negative Outcome
Associated with negative outcomes, it's rarely used in a positive or neutral context.
The company's reputation suffered irremediable damage after the scandal.
Never forget "Irremediable"
Humans forget easily. That's why you should download WordUp: Smart reminders, word games, AI practice, and much more!
WordUp Chrome Extension
As you browse the web instantly look up words you don’t know.
Get Chrome Extension