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formalizable

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: /ˈfɔːrməlaɪzəbl/

KK: /ˈfɔrməlaɪzəbl/

adjective
Definition

Able to be made formal or structured in a clear way.


Example

The rules of the game are formalizable, allowing for a standardized approach to play.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever thought about how some ideas are formalizable?
Sloth B
Yeah, it’s interesting to see which concepts can be defined clearly.
Sloth A
Right! I think it helps to make complex topics easier to discuss.
Sloth B
Totally! Especially in science and philosophy, where clarity is key.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
systematizable
structurable
organizable
Antonyms
informal
unstructured
chaotic
Root Explanation

Formalizable → It is formed from "formal" (from Latin *formalis*, meaning pertaining to form) and "-izable" (from Latin *-izabilis*, meaning capable of being made). The word "formalizable" means capable of being made formal or structured.

Memory Tip

Think of something that can be made into a specific 'form' ('formal') — and the '-izable' means it can be done. This helps you remember that 'formalizable' refers to something that can be structured or made formal.

Visually Confused Words
realizable
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