Definition

Able to be taken unlawfully by someone else.

Example

The bike was left unlocked and was considered stealable.

Conversation

I heard that new phone model has some stealable features.

Really? What do you mean by that?

Well, some people say it's easy to hack into and take data.

Yikes, that sounds risky! I think I’ll stick with my old one.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Stealable is formed from "steal" (from Old English *stelan*, meaning to take secretly or unlawfully) and "-able" (meaning capable of). The word "stealable" means capable of being taken unlawfully or secretly.

Memory Tip

Think of something that can be 'taken secretly' — 'steal' means to take unlawfully, and '-able' means capable of. This helps you remember that 'stealable' refers to something that can be taken.

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