Definition

Able to be changed or improved.

Example

The contract is amendable, allowing for changes to be made if necessary.

Conversation

I think the project plan is actually quite amendable if we want to make improvements.

Yeah, I agree! There are definitely some areas we can tweak.

What do you think we should focus on to make it more effective?

Maybe we could start with the budget — it seems like an amendable part.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Amendable is formed from "amend" (from Old French *amender*, meaning to correct or improve) and "-able" (meaning capable of). The word "amendable" means capable of being corrected or improved.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'amend' which means to correct, and remember that 'amendable' refers to something that can be corrected or improved.

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