C2adjectiveformallawhistory
US/ɪˈrev.ə.kə.bəl/
UK/ɪˈrev.ə.kə.bəl/
impossible to change or take back
In context
Leaving the union was an irrevocable decision with long-term consequences.
The war caused irrevocable damage to the ancient temples.
Once you have signed it, the agreement is legally irrevocable.
Words that go with irrevocable
adjective + noun
- irrevocable decisionThink carefully, because it is an irrevocable decision.
- irrevocable damageScientists fear irrevocable damage to the coral reefs.
- irrevocable stepDeclaring war was an irrevocable step.
- irrevocable changeThe revolution brought irrevocable change to the country.
- irrevocable commitmentThe bank made an irrevocable commitment to fund the project.