Definition

Able to be crossed by walking through shallow water.

Example

The river is wadable during the summer months when the water level is low.

Conversation

I heard there's a spot by the river that's wadable right now.

Oh really? That sounds perfect for a hot day.

Yeah, we could cool off and have some fun!

Definitely! Let’s pack a picnic and head there this weekend.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Wadable → It is formed from "wad" (from Old English *wadan*, meaning to go or to walk) and "-able" (meaning capable of). The word "wadable" means capable of being walked in, typically referring to water that is shallow enough to walk through.

Memory Tip

Think of 'walking' ('wad') through something that is 'capable' ('-able') of being walked in — that's why wadable refers to water you can walk through.

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