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Irreparably: meaning, definitions and examples

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irreparably

 

[ ɪˈrɛp(ə)rəbli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

in a way that cannot be repaired or fixed

Irreparably means in a way that cannot be repaired or fixed. When something is irreparably damaged, it is beyond the possibility of being restored or made whole again.

Synonyms

irredeemably, irreversibly, permanently

Examples of usage

  • The relationship between them was irreparably damaged after the betrayal.
  • The fire irreparably destroyed the old building.
Context #2 | Adverb

in a way that causes permanent harm or damage

Irreparably also means in a way that causes permanent harm or damage. It implies a sense of lasting negative consequences that cannot be undone.

Synonyms

irredeemably, irreversibly, permanently

Examples of usage

  • The scandal irreparably tarnished his reputation.
  • The decision to cut down the ancient trees irreparably altered the landscape.

Translations

Translations of the word "irreparably" in other languages:

🇵🇹 irreparavelmente

🇮🇳 अप्राप्य रूप से

🇩🇪 unwiederbringlich

🇮🇩 tidak dapat diperbaiki

🇺🇦 непоправно

🇵🇱 nieodwracalnie

🇯🇵 修復不可能に

🇫🇷 irréparablement

🇪🇸 irreparablemente

🇹🇷 onarılamaz bir şekilde

🇰🇷 돌이킬 수 없게

🇸🇦 بشكل لا يمكن إصلاحه

🇨🇿 nenapravitelně

🇸🇰 nenapraviteľne

🇨🇳 无法挽回地

🇸🇮 nepopravljivo

🇮🇸 óbætanlega

🇰🇿 қалпына келмейтіндей

🇬🇪 გამოუჯანმრთელებლად

🇦🇿 düzəldilməz şəkildə

🇲🇽 irreparablemente

Etymology

The word 'irreparably' is derived from the Latin word 'irreparabilis', which combines the prefix 'ir-' (meaning not) with 'reparabilis' (able to be repaired). It first appeared in English in the early 17th century. The concept of irreparability has been explored in various contexts, from relationships to environmental damage, highlighting the irreversible nature of certain actions.

See also: irreparable, repairable, repaired, repairer, repairing, repairman, repairs, reparation.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #28,590, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.