1590s, from Late Latin irresistibilis, from assimilated form of in- "not, opposite of" (see in- (1)) + resistere (see resist). Related: Irresistibly; irresistibility.
双语例句
1. I came upon an irresistible item at a yard sale.
在一次庭院拍卖会上,我偶然发现了一个忍不住想买的东西。
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2. Keegan's team have been cutting an irresistible swathe through the first division.
基冈的球队在甲级赛中所向披靡。
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3. They feel the case for change is irresistible.
他们认为求变的理由不容反驳。
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4. The urge to fast-forward is almost irresistible.