Definition

Able to be named or identified.

Example

The artist created a namable character for her story.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about what makes someone namable?

That's an interesting question! I guess it depends on their impact or uniqueness.

Yeah, like someone who stands out in a crowd can definitely be namable.

Exactly! It’s all about how memorable they are.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Namable → It is formed from "name" (from Old English "nama", meaning a word by which a person or thing is known) and "-able" (meaning capable of). The word "namable" means capable of being named or having a name.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'capable of being known by a word' — 'name' refers to the word itself, and '-able' indicates the ability.

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