Definition

Suitable for people to live in; capable of being inhabited.

Example

The newly discovered planet is believed to be inhabitable, offering hope for future colonization.

Conversation

Did you hear about that new planet they discovered?

Yeah, I read that it might be inhabitable for humans!

That's incredible! Imagine living on another planet.

It would be amazing, but we need to figure out how to make it inhabitable first.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Inhabitable → It is formed from "in-" (meaning not) and "habitare" (meaning to dwell or live) and the suffix "-able" (meaning capable of). The word "inhabitable" means not capable of being dwelled in or lived in.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('in-') being able to 'dwell' ('habitare') in a place — that's why inhabitable means a place where you cannot live.

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