Definition

Able to be put underwater or to stay underwater without being damaged.

Example

The engineers designed a submergible vehicle to explore the ocean depths.

Conversation

Have you seen that new submergible drone they just released?

Yeah, it looks pretty cool for underwater exploration!

I can't believe it can stay under water for so long.

Right? It would be amazing for marine research.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Submergible is formed from "sub-" (meaning under) and "mergere" (meaning to plunge or immerse). The word describes something that can be plunged or immersed under water.

Memory Tip

Think of something that can go 'under' ('sub-') the water by 'plunging' ('mergere') — that's what submergible means.

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