deliverable
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /dɪˈlɪvərəbl/
KK: /dɪˈlɪvərəbəl/
adjective
Definition
Able to be sent or provided to someone, often used in the context of projects or tasks that can be completed and handed over.
Example
The team worked hard to ensure that all deliverable items were completed on time.
Conversation
Have you checked the latest project updates?
Yeah, I saw that the new features are finally deliverable.
That's great to hear! When do you think we can start using them?
If everything goes well, we should have them ready by next week.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
transferable
distributable
conveyable
Antonyms
undeliverable
inaccessible
unreachable
noun
Definition
A product or result that is produced as part of a project and is delivered to a client or stakeholder.
Example
The team worked hard to ensure that the final deliverable met all the client's requirements.
Conversation
Have you finished the deliverable for our project yet?
Not yet, I still need to finalize a few sections.
I hope it's ready by the deadline; it's really important.
Root Explanation
Deliverable → It is formed from "deliver" (from Old French *delivrer*, meaning to free or set free) and "-able" (meaning capable of). The word "deliverable" refers to something that is capable of being delivered or set free.
Memory Tip
Think of something that is 'capable of being set free' — 'deliver' means to set free, and '-able' means capable.
Visually Confused Words
undeliverable
severable
reverable
desirable
derivable
delegable
deferable