Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

irreducible

Adjective

/ˌɪrəˈdjuːsəbl/

Definition

Not able to be reduced or simplified further.

Examples

The irreducible essence of the problem made it challenging to resolve.
In mathematics, an irreducible polynomial cannot be expressed as a product of polynomials of lower degrees.
She faced an irreducible conflict between her ambitions and responsibilities.

Meaning

The term ‘irreducible’ refers to something that cannot be made smaller or less complex, often used in mathematical contexts to denote a number or expression that cannot be factored further.