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rectifiable

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: /rɛkˈtɪfaɪəbl/

KK: /rɛkˈtaɪfɪəbl/

adjective
Definition

Something that can be corrected or fixed.


Example

The errors in the report are rectifiable, so we can make the necessary changes.


Conversation
Sloth A
I made a mistake in my report, but I think it’s rectifiable.
Sloth B
That's good to hear! It's always easier when things can be fixed.
Sloth A
Yeah, I just need to gather the correct data again.
Sloth B
No problem! You'll have it sorted out in no time.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
correctable
fixable
amendable
Antonyms
irreparable
incorrigible
unfixable
Root Explanation

Rectifiable → It is formed from "rectus" (meaning straight or right) and the suffix "-able" (meaning capable of). The word "rectifiable" means capable of being made straight or corrected.

Memory Tip

Think of 'straight' ('rectus') and 'capable of' ('-able') to remember that 'rectifiable' means something that can be corrected or made right.

Visually Confused Words
unrectifiable
unrectifiably
electrifiable
specifiable
resinfiable
petrifiable
fortifiable
certifiable
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