Definition

Something that can be kept or is valuable enough to hold onto.

Example

This old book is a keepable treasure from my childhood.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

I found this old photo album while cleaning up.

Oh, nice! Are there any keepable memories in there?

Definitely! I can't believe how many moments we forgot about.

That's awesome! We should go through it together sometime.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Keepable → It is formed from "keep" (from Old English *cepan*, meaning to hold or retain) and "-able" (meaning capable of being). The word "keepable" means capable of being kept or retained.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'keep' which means to hold onto something, and remember that 'keepable' describes something that can be held or retained.

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