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definable

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /dɪˈfaɪnəbl/

KK: /dɪˈfaɪnəbl/

adjective
Definition

Capable of being clearly described or explained.


Example

The concept of love is definable in many ways, depending on personal experiences.


Conversation
Sloth A
Do you think the project goals are definable?
Sloth B
I hope so; otherwise, we might get lost along the way.
Sloth A
Yeah, it would help if we could make them more definable from the start.
Sloth B
Absolutely! Clear goals can really guide our progress.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
identifiable
distinct
specific
Antonyms
indefinable
ambiguous
vague
Root Explanation

Definable → It is formed from "de-" (meaning down or away) and "finire" (meaning to limit or to end) and the suffix "-able" (meaning capable of). The word "definable" means capable of being limited or clearly described.

Memory Tip

Think of something that can be 'limited' or 'described' — 'de-' suggests a down or away action, 'finire' means to limit, and '-able' indicates capability.

Visually Confused Words
undefinable
indefinable
refinable
finable
detainable
designable
delineable
defendable
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