Definition

Able to be separated or set apart from others.

Example

The scientist found that the isolable strain of the virus could be studied in detail.

Conversation

Have you heard about the new study on isolable viruses?

Yeah, it's interesting how they can pinpoint specific strains now.

I didn’t know viruses could be so isolable in a lab setting.

It really helps with developing targeted treatments.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Isolable → It is formed from "isola" (from Latin *insula*, meaning island) and the suffix "-able" (meaning capable of). The word "isolable" means capable of being set apart or separated, much like an island is distinct from the mainland.

Memory Tip

Think of an 'island' ('isola') that is 'capable of' being separated from everything else — that's why isolable means something that can be isolated.

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