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irony

Short Definition : hidden sarcasm or satire; use of words that seem to mean the opposite of what they actually mean; use of words to convey the opposite of their literal meaning

Definition
(noun) witty language used to convey insults or scorn
Example Sentence
  • he used sarcasm to upset his opponent
  • irony is wasted on the stupid
  • Satire is a sort of glass, wherein beholders do generally discover everybody's face but their own
Definition
(noun) incongruity between what might be expected and what actually occurs
Example Sentence
  • the irony of Ireland's copying the nation she most hated
Definition
(noun) a trope that involves incongruity between what is expected and what occurs

irreconcilable

Short Definition : impossible to reconcile; incompatible; not able to be resolved

Definition
(adj) impossible to reconcile
Synonyms : unreconcilable
Example Sentence
  • irreconcilable differences
   Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for irreconcilable

arre yeh kon si chai le aye... its not compatible with my choice...

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irrefutable

Short Definition : indisputable; incontrovertible; undeniable

Definition
(adj) impossible to deny or disprove
Example Sentence
  • incontrovertible proof of the defendant's innocence
  • proof positive
  • an irrefutable argument
   Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for irrefutable

not refusable

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irrelevant

Short Definition : not applicable; unrelated

Definition
(adj) having no bearing on or connection with the subject at issue
Example Sentence
  • an irrelevant comment
  • irrelevant allegations

irremediable

Short Definition : incurable; uncorrectable; impossible to remedy

Definition
(adj) impossible to remedy or correct or redress
Example Sentence
  • an irremediable error
  • irremediable defects of character
   Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for irremediable

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remedy means cure so ir gives negative connotation therefore not correctable or curable

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wiht out any remedy which means uncurable.

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irreparable

Short Definition : not able to be corrected or repaired; impossible to repair

Definition
(adj) impossible to repair, rectify, or amend
Example Sentence
  • irreparable harm
  • an irreparable mistake
  • irreparable damages

irrepressible

Short Definition : unable to be restrained or held back; impossible to hold back

Definition
(adj) impossible to repress or control
Synonyms : uncontrollable
Example Sentence
  • an irrepressible chatterbox
  • uncontrollable laughter
   Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for irrepressible

u pressurize some1 to control him so, irrepressible means un-controllable.

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irreproachable

Short Definition : beyond reproach; blameless; impeccable; Ex. irreproachable conduct

Definition
(adj) free of guilt; not subject to blame
Example Sentence
  • has lived a blameless life
  • of irreproachable character
  • an unimpeachable reputation
   Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for irreproachable

Irreproachable, concentrate on IRR, Error less or blameless

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ir+re+proach+able—reproach—re+proach—one who RE(AGAIN) PROACH(APPROACH) someone has he is not satisfied with work or who CRITIZE WORK, so reproach means to be critized or doubted, irreproachable means the opposite,i.e, undoubtable

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ir(not)+re(again)+approach(attack)= thing that is not available for gettin attacked again

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Focus on 'eproachable' sounds like approachable. Apporach to person who is free from any guilt/blame.

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ir(negative) of REPROACH (BLAME FOR WRONG DOING)

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ir+ reaproachable >> no need to catch him again as he is freed without any blame with a clean chit from the court..

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IRREPROACHABLE -->IRR + REPROACH..Reproach means to scold,express dissappoint for..so irreproachable is 1 which is blameless

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irresolute

Short Definition : uncertain how to act; weak; lacking in resolution; indecisive; N. irresolution

Definition
(adj) uncertain how to act or proceed
Example Sentence
  • the committee was timid and mediocre and irresolute
   Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for irresolute

(IR)not knowing... how to make resolutions.

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ir+resolute--- resolute means firm and determined, irresolute means the opposite, doubtful

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think urself as inspector and suddenly a commisoner came u will confused whether to salute u r uncertain about it as he is in formal dress

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DIS+CRE(e)P+(f)ANCY:- DIS(-ive) ;CRE(e)P(help);(f)ANCY(want to do sth) -> if you not want to help them it means you make them divergence from their clam or solution because you are disagree from them.

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irretrievable

Short Definition : impossible to recover or regain; CF. retrieve

Definition
(adj) impossible to recover or recoup or overcome
Synonyms : unretrievable
Example Sentence
  • an irretrievable loss
  • irretrievable errors in judgment
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