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How do you spell Irresistible?

Correct spelling

irresistible

Ends in IBLE, not ABLE. IR + RESIST + IBLE.

Why is irresistible spelled this way?

Two R's and IBLE not ABLE. The IR prefix means not, so something irresistible cannot be resisted. The double R comes from the prefix meeting the root.

Common misspellings of irresistible

irresistableiresistibleirresistabelirresistble

Example

The chocolate cake was irresistible.

Frequently asked questions

How do you spell irresistible?+
The correct spelling is "irresistible". Ends in IBLE, not ABLE. IR + RESIST + IBLE.
Is it irresistable or irresistible?+
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