What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
irremediable
Example
The damage to the environment is irremediable. [irremediable: adjective]
Example
The disease had progressed to an irremediable stage. [irremediable: adjective]
irreparable
Example
The fire caused irreparable damage to the historic building. [irreparable: adjective]
Example
The loss of his job was irreparable to his career. [irreparable: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Irreparable is more commonly used than irremediable in everyday language, and is more versatile in terms of its usage.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between irremediable and irreparable?
Irremediable is more formal than irreparable, and is often used in academic or legal contexts.
