Definition

Relating to laws that are formally written and enacted by a legislative body.

Example

The new regulations are statutable and must be followed by all citizens.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new laws regarding online privacy?

Yeah, I think some of them are statutable now, which is a big change.

It's about time they made some statutable protections for our data.

Absolutely! I hope it makes a real difference.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Statutable → It is formed from "statute" (from Latin "statutum", meaning something that is set or established) and "-able" (meaning capable of or suitable for). The word "statutable" means capable of being established or set by law.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'set' or 'established' ('statute') and that can be 'made capable' ('-able') — that's why statutable refers to something that can be established by law.

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