Definition

Referring to something that can be omitted or bypassed without significant consequences.

Example

The introduction was skippable, so I went straight to the main content.

Conversation

Did you find that last episode of the series skippable?

Definitely! I thought it didn't add much to the storyline.

I agree, it felt like a filler episode that was just skippable.

Exactly, I just moved on to the next one without missing anything.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Skippable → It is formed from "skip" (from Old Norse *skippa*, meaning to leap or jump) and "-able" (meaning capable of being). The word "skippable" means capable of being skipped or omitted.

Memory Tip

Think of the action of 'leaping' or 'jumping' ('skip') and remember that 'skippable' means something that can be jumped over or omitted.

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