Definition

Describing someone who is considered suitable or ready for marriage, often based on age or other social criteria.

Example

In many cultures, individuals are expected to be marriageable by a certain age.

Conversation

Have you noticed how many people are suddenly becoming marriageable around us?

Yeah, it seems like everyone is getting engaged these days!

I guess it's that age where people start thinking about settling down.

Definitely! It feels like a wave of marriageable folks everywhere.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Marriageable → It is formed from "marriage" (from Old French *mariage*, meaning the state of being married) and "-able" (meaning capable of or suitable for). The word "marriageable" means suitable for marriage or capable of being married.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who is 'suitable for marriage' — 'marriage' refers to the state of being married, and '-able' means capable of.

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