Thesaurus results for IRRESISTIBLE

irresistible

adjective

variants also irresistable

Definition of irresistible

as in overwhelming

impossible to resist especially because of strength or attractiveness The force of the waves was irresistible. She had an irresistible craving for chocolate. Women find him irresistible.

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Recent Examples of irresistible The classic and irresistible pairing of fat and acid is nothing short of genius; the butter that makes the sauce taste so rich and creamy is perfectly tempered by the vinegar that adds a signature tang to the hot sauce. — Gretchen McKay, Boston Herald, 24 June 2026 The quality of France’s attacking play was irresistible at times, and even with a reasonable tactical set-up, there was little that Sweden could do. — Thom Harris, New York Times, 30 June 2026 This is an irresistible classic—picture afternoon tea in London, and this encapsulates it perfectly. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 24 June 2026 Its simple, optimistic message — polished with the help of BP’s sophisticated public relations expertise — had an irresistible allure. — Maddie Stone, ProPublica, 25 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for irresistible

Recent Examples of Synonyms for irresistible

Adjective

Miami-Dade and Palm Beach together account for the overwhelming majority of Florida’s survivor population.

— Masha Pearl, Sun Sentinel, 5 July 2026
Despite entering the match as overwhelming favorites, Argentina is approaching the match cautiously.

— Anthony Chiang, Miami Herald, 4 July 2026

Definition of overwhelming

Adjective

The atmosphere is infectious, attracting a discerning international crowd, yacht enthusiasts, fashion aficionados, and travelers who are seeking a blend of luxury and authenticity.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 July 2026
Vibrant animation, infectious energy, and a killer soundtrack make this a future cult favorite.

— Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 2 July 2026