Irredeemable (Adjective)
Meaning 1
(of paper money) not convertible into coin at the pleasure of the holder.
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The new government issued irredeemable notes that would only be accepted as payment for taxes and fees.
- Historically, irredeemable paper money often led to inflation and currency devaluation.
- In 1862, the United States began issuing irredeemable paper currency, known as United States Notes, to finance the Civil War.
- After the shift to irredeemable currency, the central bank faced increased scrutiny over its monetary policies.
- During the war, soldiers were paid in irredeemable paper notes that rapidly lost value due to inflation.
Meaning 2
Insusceptible of reform; "vicious irreclaimable boys"; "irredeemable sinners".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- Their constant harassment of neighbors labeled them as irredeemable troublemakers in the community.
- She struggled with her addiction, knowing that in her current state she was irredeemable in the eyes of her family.
- Some say the effects of global warming on certain ecosystems have rendered them irredeemable, resulting in a loss of biodiversity.
- Due to his numerous violent outbursts, the unstable individual was deemed irredeemable by many who knew him.
- In the eyes of the strict judge, anyone who committed treason was considered an irredeemable offender deserving of severe punishment.