Definition

Able to be charged or imposed, especially in terms of taxes or fees.

Example

The government announced new leviable taxes on luxury goods.

Conversation

Have you heard about the new leviable taxes being proposed?

Yeah, I read something about that; it seems quite controversial.

I wonder how it will affect our local businesses, though.

Definitely, they might struggle more with additional leviable costs.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Leviable → It is formed from "levi-" (from Latin "levis", meaning light or not heavy) and "-able" (meaning capable of). The word "leviable" refers to something that can be made light or is capable of being lightened.

Memory Tip

Think of 'light' ('levis') and 'capable of' ('-able') to remember that 'leviable' means something that can be made light.

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