Definition

Able to be moved or disturbed by shaking.

Example

The structure was built to be shakable in order to withstand earthquakes.

Conversation

I heard the new table is quite shakable during dinner parties.

Oh really? That sounds a bit risky for serving food.

Yeah, I might need to find a more stable one for my place.

Good idea! You don't want everything tipping over.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Shakable → It is formed from "shake" (from Old English *sceacan*, meaning to move back and forth) and "-able" (meaning capable of). The word "shakable" means capable of being shaken or moved.

Memory Tip

Think of something that can be 'moved back and forth' ('shake') and is 'capable of' that action ('-able'). This helps you remember that 'shakable' refers to something that can be shaken.

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