Allotable: meaning, definitions and examples

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allotable

[əˈlɒtəb(ə)l ]

Definition

^{Context #1 | Adjective}

Capable of being allotted or assigned to a particular person or group.

Word	Description / Examples
allotable	Another variation of 'allotable'; however, generally not as commonly used and might be used interchangeably with 'allotable'. The resources are allotable based on the criteria set by the management. According to the guidelines, these funds are allotable for educational purposes.
assignable	Used broadly for any task, duties, or responsibilities that can be allocated or designated to someone; also can be used in legal contexts for rights or property. The tasks are easily assignable to different team members. The rights to the property are assignable under the terms of the contract.
allocable	Typically used in more formal or technical contexts, especially in finance and accounting to refer to the assignment of expenses or funds. We need to determine the allocable costs for each division. The allocable funds should be clearly specified in the report.
apportionable	Commonly used in legal and formal contexts to describe something that can be divided among different parties, often with a focus on fairness and proportionality. The estate is apportionable among the heirs according to the will. Profits from the joint venture are apportionable according to the agreed percentage.

The land was deemed allotable to the indigenous community.
This decision rendered the funds allotable to the various departments.
The judge ruled that the assets were allotable to the spouse in the divorce settlement.

The word originates from the Latin 'allotare', meaning 'to assign' or 'to set apart'.
It combines the prefix 'al-' with 'lot', a word that indicates an assignment or share.
First appeared in the English language in the late 15th century, primarily used in legal contexts.

In law, 'allotable' often pertains to property that can be divided for different owners.
Real estate laws commonly reference 'allotable' as they determine how land can be distributed among parties.
In corporate finance, it describes shares of stock that can be allotted to new investors.

In classroom settings, resources or project tasks are often made allotable to encourage teamwork.
Teachers might make certain privileges or rewards allotable for students who reach specific goals.
This concept promotes fairness and equality in distributing educational resources.

Sharing resources is linked to positive social behaviors and cooperation among individuals.
The idea of allotable resources can relate to group dynamics; equitable distribution fosters better teamwork.
Studies show that people feel happier and more satisfied when resources are shared fairly.

Various cultures emphasize the importance of sharing, viewing it as a social norm that fosters community.
Festivals often involve practices where resources like food are made allotable to enhance communal bonds.
In some societies, communal land is an example of allotable resources that benefit entire communities.

Translations of the word "allotable" in other languages:

🇵🇹 distribuível

🇮🇳 विभाज्य

🇩🇪 zuteilbar

🇮🇩 dapat dialokasikan

🇺🇦 розподільний

🇵🇱 przydzielany

🇯🇵 割り当て可能な (wariate kanōna)

🇫🇷 attribuable

🇪🇸 asignable

🇹🇷 tahsis edilebilir

🇰🇷 할당 가능한 (haldang ganeunghan)

🇸🇦 قابل للتخصيص

🇨🇿 přidělitelný

🇸🇰 pridelený

🇨🇳 可分配的 (kě fēnpèi de)

🇸🇮 dodeljiv

🇮🇸 úthlutunarhæfur

🇰🇿 бөлінетін

🇬🇪 დაყოფადი

🇦🇿 təyin edilə bilən

🇲🇽 asignable