Definition

Able to be recovered or returned, especially in legal contexts where property is reclaimed.

Example

The court ruled that the stolen items were repleviable and should be returned to their rightful owner.

Conversation

Did you know that some items are repleviable if they are wrongfully taken?

Really? I had no idea such a thing existed.

Yeah, it means you can get those items back legally.

That sounds useful! I should look into it more.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Repleviable → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "pleviable" (from Latin "plevis" meaning to fill). The word refers to something that can be filled again or restored to a previous state.

Memory Tip

Think of 'again' ('re-') and 'to fill' ('pleviable') — this helps you remember that 'repleviable' means something that can be filled again.

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