Irrepressible

Pronunciation: /ˌɪrɪˈprɛsəbəl/

Definitions of irrepressible

adjective not able to be controlled or restrained

Example Sentences

A1 She had an irrepressible urge to dance whenever she heard music.

A2 His irrepressible laughter filled the room and lifted everyone's spirits.

B1 The irrepressible enthusiasm of the young students was contagious.

B2 Despite facing many obstacles, her irrepressible determination never wavered.

C1 His irrepressible charisma made him a natural leader.

C2 The author's irrepressible creativity shone through in every page of the novel.

Examples of irrepressible in a Sentence

formal Her irrepressible enthusiasm for the project was evident in every meeting.

informal Sarah's irrepressible energy always lights up the room.

slang That guy's irrepressible charm makes him popular with everyone.

figurative The irrepressible force of nature could not be tamed by human efforts.

Grammatical Forms of irrepressible

• past tense: irrepressibled
• plural: irrepressibles
• comparative: more irrepressible
• superlative: most irrepressible
• present tense: irrepressibles
• future tense: will be irrepressible
• perfect tense: have been irrepressible
• continuous tense: is being irrepressible
• singular: irrepressible
• positive degree: irrepressible
• infinitive: to be irrepressible
• gerund: irrepressibly
• participle: irrepressibled

Origin and Evolution of irrepressible

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'irrepressible' originated from the Latin word 'irrepressibilis', which is derived from the prefix 'ir-' meaning 'not' and the verb 'reprimere' meaning 'to repress'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe something that cannot be repressed or restrained, the word 'irrepressible' has evolved to also convey a sense of unstoppable or uncontrollable energy or enthusiasm.