Irrevocably
/ɪˈɹɛ.və.kə.bli/ adv
adv ·Uncommon ·Advanced level
Definitions
Adverb
- 1 In an irrevocable manner; in a manner which prevents the ability to be reverted, repealed, or undone.
"Two distinct cases must be noted: (1) rights of the beneficiary who has been named revocably, that is, with the insured retaining the right to change the beneficiary designation; and (2) rights of the beneficiary who has been named irrevocably by the insured."
Adverb
- 1 in an irrevocable manner wordnet
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More examples"Let then, the Master of Ravenswood have the interview on which he insisteth; it can but be as a passing pang to this honourable maiden, since her faith is now irrevocably pledged to the choice of her parents."
Etymology
From irrevocable + -ly.