Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ˈkætʃəbl/
KK: /ˈkæʧəbl/
Definition
Able to be caught or captured.
Example
The ball is catchable if you throw it gently.
Conversation

Did you hear about the new game that’s supposed to be really fun?

Yeah, I heard it has a lot of catchable items to collect.

That sounds exciting! I love games where you can gather stuff.

Me too! It makes the gameplay more interesting.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
graspable
obtainable
reachable
Antonyms
unreachable
elusive
slippery
Root Explanation
Catchable → It is formed from "catch" (from Old English "ceccan", meaning to seize or take hold of) and "-able" (meaning capable of). The word "catchable" means capable of being caught or seized.
Memory Tip
Think of the word 'catch' which means to seize something, and remember that 'catchable' means something that can be seized.
Visually Confused Words
uncatchable
scratchable
watchable
patchable
matchable
hatchable
coachable
catechizable