Definition

Something that can be thrown away or is not meant to be kept.

Example

The packaging is made from a discardable material that is easy to recycle.

Conversation

Have you seen those discardable plates for the picnic?

Yeah, they're super convenient for outdoor events!

I think they're great because cleaning up is so easy.

Exactly! Just use them and toss them away.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Discardable → It is formed from "dis-" (meaning apart) and "cardare" (from Latin, meaning to throw away) and the suffix "-able" (meaning capable of). The word "discardable" means capable of being thrown away or set apart from use.

Memory Tip

Think of being able to 'throw away' ('cardare') something 'apart' ('dis-') — that's why discardable means something that can be thrown away.

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