Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈkʌvərəbl/
KK: /ˈkʌvərəbəl/
Definition
Able to be hidden or protected by something else.
Example
The table is covered with a beautiful cloth that makes it look elegant.
Conversation

Did you see the new furniture we got for the living room?

Yeah, it looks great! Is that coverable in case of spills?

Definitely! We made sure everything is coverable and easy to clean.

Smart choice! I wish all my furniture was as practical.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
concealable
shieldable
maskable
Antonyms
exposed
unprotected
revealed
Root Explanation
Coverable → It is formed from "cover" (from Old French *couvrir*, meaning to cover or conceal) and "-able" (meaning capable of). The word "coverable" means capable of being covered.
Memory Tip
Think of something that is 'capable of being covered' — 'cover' means to conceal, and '-able' indicates the ability to do so.
Visually Confused Words
overable
uncoverable
recoverable
conversable
discoverable
overgamble
governable
covariable