convertible
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /kənˈvɜːtəbl/
KK: /kənˈvɜːrtəbl/
adjective
Definition
Able to change form or function, such as a car with a roof that can be folded down or a sofa that can be turned into a bed.
Example
They drove a convertible to enjoy the sunny weather.
Conversation
Have you seen that new convertible car downtown?
Yeah, it looks amazing with the top down!
I wish I could afford a convertible like that one day.
Same here! They must be so fun to drive in the summer.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
flexible
adaptable
transformable
Antonyms
fixed
inflexible
permanent
noun
Definition
A type of car that has a roof that can be removed or folded down, allowing it to be driven with or without a roof.
Example
We took the convertible out for a drive on the sunny day.
Conversation
Have you seen my new car? It's a convertible!
No way! I love convertibles, they look so fun.
Thanks! I can't wait to take the top down this weekend.
Root Explanation
Convertible → It is formed from "con-" (meaning together) and "vertere" (meaning to turn). The word "convertible" refers to something that can be turned together into a different form or use.
Memory Tip
Think of something that can be 'turned together' into a different form — 'con-' means together, and 'vertere' means to turn.
Visually Confused Words
unconvertible
reconvertible
inconvertible
nonconvertible
controvertible
invertible
vertible
nonrevertible