IRREDUCIBLE Synonyms: 32 Similar and Opposite Words

irreducible

adjective

Definition of irreducible

as in small

formal not able to be made smaller or simpler They thought the world was made up of four irreducible elements: earth, air, fire, and water. an irreducible fraction

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Recent Examples of irreducible While reading for cinematography, editing, and sound are all meaningful aspects of film criticism, the star is perhaps the only filmic element previously irreducible to purely digital forms. — Literary Hub, 3 Mar. 2026 Because the tree should be irreducible, there is no circumstance where n2 can exist, so n2 = 0. — Manon Bischoff, Scientific American, 1 Mar. 2026 Slightness in such instances means irreducible. — Rosa Lyster, Harpers Magazine, 30 Dec. 2025 The most basic and irreducible requirements of meaningful transformations push against our wiring because big changes to form and structure introduce complexity, require time, and are defined by paradox. — Brené Brown, Fortune, 14 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for irreducible

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Manfred says small-market success is rare, while the union argues the Rays-Brewers World Series matchup shows baseball can work without a cap.

— Bill Shaikin, Los Angeles Times, 24 Oct. 2026
Massachusetts ranks third for the annual cost of raising a small child but 18th over 18 years.

— Martie Bowser, Fortune, 24 Oct. 2026

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Charlie Weasley is a minor character in the books and does not appear in the films, so the HBO series is straying from the movies regarding Ron Weasley’s older brother.

— Ethan Shanfeld, Variety, 27 Oct. 2026
If winner is deemed to be a minor under the jurisdiction of his/her residence, the prize will be awarded in the name of his/her parent or legal guardian who must execute the necessary affidavit and release and, if applicable,.

— Bon Appétit, Bon Appetit Magazine, 27 Oct. 2026

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