Definition

Suitable or likely to be chosen for a position, especially in politics.

Example

The party is looking for an electable candidate to run in the upcoming election.

Conversation

Have you heard about the new candidates for the local elections?

Yeah, I have! Some of them seem really electable.

I wonder who will actually get the votes, though.

It's hard to say, but the ones with a good plan usually become electable.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Electable → It is formed from "elect" (from Latin "electus", meaning chosen) and "-able" (meaning capable of or suitable for). The word "electable" means suitable to be chosen or capable of being elected.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who is 'chosen' ('elect') and is 'capable' ('-able') of being elected — that's what electable means.

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