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ponderable

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: /ˈpɒndərəbl/

KK: /ˈpɒndərəbəl/

adjective
Definition

Significant enough to be considered or evaluated; something that has enough importance or weight to be thought about seriously.


Example

The scientist presented several ponderable issues during the conference that required further discussion.


Conversation
Sloth A
I’ve been thinking about our project, and I wonder if we have any ponderable issues to discuss.
Sloth B
That's a good point! I think we should definitely address the budget constraints.
Sloth A
Exactly, those are significant enough to be worth considering.
Sloth B
For sure, let’s make a list of all the ponderable factors before our next meeting.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
significant
substantial
measurable
Antonyms
insignificant
negligible
trivial
Root Explanation

Ponderable → It is formed from "ponderare" (meaning to weigh) and the suffix "-able" (meaning capable of). The word "ponderable" refers to something that is capable of being weighed or considered.

Memory Tip

Think of something that can be 'weighed' ('ponderare') — that's why 'ponderable' means it can be considered or weighed.

Visually Confused Words
imponderable
powderable
plunderable
poindable
orderable
nonderivable
imponderably
considerable
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