Definition

Able to be collected or accumulated over time, often referring to interest or benefits that can grow or increase.

Example

The interest on the savings account is accruable over time.

Conversation

Have you checked if those points are accruable for next month?

I haven't looked into it yet, but I think they should be.

It would be great if we could get some extra rewards that are accruable.

Absolutely! Every little bit helps, right?

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Accruable is formed from "accruere" (meaning to increase or accumulate) and the suffix "-able" (meaning capable of). The word "accruable" refers to something that is capable of being accumulated or added over time.

Memory Tip

Think of something that can 'increase' ('accruere') over time, which is what 'accruable' means.

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