Definition

Able to be made better or improved in some way.

Example

The current system is improvable, and we should look for ways to enhance its efficiency.

Conversation

I think my painting skills are really improvable.

I totally agree! With practice, you can get so much better.

Yeah, I just need to spend more time on it.

Definitely! Maybe we can take a class together to enhance those improvable skills.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Improvable → It is formed from "improve" (from Latin "improbare", meaning to make better) and "-able" (meaning capable of). The word "improvable" means capable of being made better.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'improve' which means to make better, and remember that 'improvable' refers to something that can be made better.

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