irresistibly
UK/ɪrə'zɪstəbli/US/ˌɪrɪ'zɪstəblɪ/
B2
Definitions
adv.
In a way too compelling or attractive to resist.
无法抗拒地；极具吸引力地。
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedir-not, opposite of
+
re-again, back
+
-iblecapable of, worthy of
+
-lyin the manner of
=irresistibly
Adverb of irresistible: ir- (not) + re- (back/against) + sist (stand) = cannot be 'stood against,' cannot be resisted. See resist.
Root st still carries 376 more wordsExample Sentences
- 1.
The dessert smelled irresistibly delicious.
- 2.
She was irresistibly drawn to the old bookshop.