Definition

Something that can be measured or quantified, often used in contexts like performance or changes in quantity.

Example

The project showed mensurable improvements in efficiency after the new system was implemented.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about how some goals are mensurable?

Yeah, it's interesting to see what we can actually measure in our lives.

Right? Like tracking our fitness progress or even our savings.

Exactly! Those are great examples of mensurable goals.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Mensurable → It is formed from "mensurabilis" (from Latin, meaning able to be measured) which comes from "mensura" (meaning measure) and the suffix "-able" (meaning capable of). The word "mensurable" means capable of being measured.

Memory Tip

Think of 'measure' ('mensura') and remember that 'mensurable' means something that can be measured.

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