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measurable

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: //ˈmɛʒərəbl//

KK: /ˈmɛʒərəbəl/

adjective
Definition

Able to be determined or assessed in size, amount, or degree.


Example

The project's success is measurable through various performance indicators.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever thought about how measurable our progress is in learning a new language?
Sloth B
Yeah, I think tracking our vocabulary can really help us see improvement.
Sloth A
Exactly! Setting measurable goals makes it easier to stay motivated.
Sloth B
For sure! It's nice to see how far we've come.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
quantifiable
appreciable
considerable
Antonyms
immeasurable
insignificant
negligible
Root Explanation

Measurable → It is formed from "measure" (from Latin "mensurare", meaning to measure) and "-able" (meaning capable of). The word "measurable" means capable of being measured.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'measure' which means to determine size or amount, and remember that 'measurable' refers to something that can be determined in size or amount.

Visually Confused Words
unmeasurable
immeasurable
mensurable
commeasurable
treasurable
pleasurable
maturable
manurable
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