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Irrepressible: meaning, definitions and examples

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irrepressible

 

[ ˌɪrɪˈprɛsɪbəl ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

unstoppable force

Unable to be controlled or restrained. Overflowing with enthusiasm or energy.

Synonyms

uncontrollable, unrestrained, unstoppable.

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Word Description / Examples
irrepressible

Describe someone or something that is full of energy, enthusiasm, or emotion that cannot be suppressed.

  • Her laughter was irrepressible during the comedy show
  • His irrepressible spirit kept the team motivated even in tough times
unstoppable

Used to describe someone or something that cannot be stopped or is extremely determined and resilient.

  • The athlete's performance was unstoppable in the final match
  • She had an unstoppable drive to succeed
uncontrollable

Used for situations or emotions that are difficult or impossible to manage or keep within limits.

  • The crowd became uncontrollable when the celebrity arrived
  • His rage was uncontrollable after hearing the bad news
unrestrained

Refer to something that is not limited by any boundaries or constraints, often implying excess or freedom.

  • The party was full of unrestrained joy
  • Unrestrained growth can sometimes lead to unforeseen problems

Examples of usage

  • He had an irrepressible urge to explore the world.
  • Her irrepressible laughter filled the room.
  • The irrepressible enthusiasm of the students was contagious.

Translations

Translations of the word "irrepressible" in other languages:

🇵🇹 irrefreável

🇮🇳 अथक

🇩🇪 unbezähmbar

🇮🇩 tak terhentikan

🇺🇦 невгамовний

🇵🇱 niepowstrzymany

🇯🇵 抑えられない

🇫🇷 irrépressible

🇪🇸 irrefrenable

🇹🇷 durdurulamaz

🇰🇷 억누를 수 없는

🇸🇦 لا يقهر

🇨🇿 nezkrotný

🇸🇰 neutíšiteľný

🇨🇳 不可抑制的

🇸🇮 neukrotljiv

🇮🇸 óviðráðanlegur

🇰🇿 тәжірибесіз

🇬🇪 დაუმორჩილებელი

🇦🇿 dayandırılmaz

🇲🇽 irrefrenable

Etymology

The word 'irrepressible' originated from the Latin word 'irrepressibilis', which is derived from the prefix 'ir-' meaning 'not' and the verb 'reprimere' meaning 'to press back'. The term first appeared in the English language in the early 19th century. 'Irrepressible' is used to describe something that cannot be controlled or restrained, often referring to an overwhelming force or energy.

See also: repression, repressive, repressor, unrepressed.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #21,876, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.