irremissible

adjective

ir·​remissible
¦i,
¦ir,
¦iə+
: not remissible: such as
a
: impossible to overlook or forgive : unpardonable
irremissible crimes
b
: impossible to refrain from or escape : obligatory
irremissible duties
an irremissible responsibility
irremissibly
"+
adverb

Word History

Etymology

Middle French, from Late Latin irremissibilis, from Latin in- in- entry 2 + Late Latin remissibilis remissible

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“Irremissible.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/irremissible. Accessed 7 Jan. 2025.

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