Irreplaceably: meaning, definitions and examples

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irreplaceably

 

[ɪrˈrɪpleɪsəbli ]

Definition

Context #1 | Adverb

uniquely necessary

Irreplaceably means in a manner that cannot be replaced or substituted. It emphasizes the uniqueness and essential quality of someone or something that makes it impossible to find a substitute.

Synonyms

essentially, indispensably, uniquely.

Examples of usage

  • Her irreplaceably kind nature makes her a beloved friend.
  • The artwork was irreplaceably valuable to the museum.
  • He showed irreplaceably strong leadership during the crisis.

Interesting Facts

Etymology

  • The root 'place' in the word means a location or position, while 'replace' refers to putting something back in its original spot.
  • The prefix ‘ir-’ indicates 'not', making the word express the opposite of being able to find a substitute.

Art and Culture

  • In art, pieces considered irreplaceable are often kept in museums and protected due to their cultural significance.
  • Many people refer to certain songs, movies, or books as irreplaceable due to the deep personal connections associated with them.

Psychology

  • Feeling that something is irreplaceable may come from emotional attachment and can highlight the importance of memory.
  • Losing something deemed irreplaceable can lead to grief, showcasing how certain items or moments shape our identity.

Nature

  • Some ecosystems are irreplaceable; if lost, the unique species and biodiversity they support cannot be found anywhere else.
  • Certain animal species are often labeled as irreplaceable, meaning losing them would eliminate an important part of the planet’s wildlife.

Technology

  • In tech, unique data or original content can be irreplaceable, leading to loss of irreplaceable work if not backed up properly.
  • Some digital artworks may be marked as irreplaceable because they are one of a kind and cannot be replicated perfectly.

Translations

Translations of the word "irreplaceably" in other languages:

🇵🇹 irremediavelmente

🇮🇳 अपरिवर्तनीय रूप से

🇩🇪 unersetzlich

🇮🇩 tidak tergantikan

🇺🇦 незамінно

🇵🇱 niezastąpienie

🇯🇵 取り替えのきかない

🇫🇷 irremplaçable

🇪🇸 irremplazablemente

🇹🇷 değiştirilemez bir şekilde

🇰🇷 대체 불가능하게

🇸🇦 بشكل لا يمكن استبداله

🇨🇿 nezaměnitelně

🇸🇰 nezameniteľne

🇨🇳 不可替代地

🇸🇮 nezamenljivo

🇮🇸 óumdeilanlega

🇰🇿 орнын басарсыз

🇬🇪 არასოდეს შეცვლილი

🇦🇿 dəyişdirilə bilməz şəkildə

🇲🇽 irremplazablemente