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marriageability

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ˈmɛrɪdʒəˌbɪlɪti/

KK: /ˈmɛrɪdʒəˌbɪlɪti/

noun
Definition

The state or quality of being suitable for marriage.


Example

Her marriageability was often discussed among her friends and family.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever thought about what makes someone have good marriageability?
Sloth B
I guess it's a mix of personality, values, and how they treat others.
Sloth A
Right? It's interesting how different cultures view marriageability differently.
Sloth B
Exactly, some prioritize education while others focus on family background.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
suitability
eligibility
desirability
Antonyms
incompatibility
unworthiness
undesirability
Root Explanation

Marriageability → It is formed from "marriage" (from Old French *mariage*, meaning the state of being married) and "-ability" (from Latin *abilitas*, meaning capability or suitability). The word "marriageability" refers to the suitability or capability of being married.

Memory Tip

Think of the state of being married ('marriage') and the ability to be in that state ('-ability'). This helps you remember that marriageability means the capability of being married.

Visually Confused Words
unmarriageability
manageability
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