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Alterable: meaning, definitions and examples

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alterable

 

[ ˈɔːltərəbəl ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

capable of change

The term 'alterable' refers to something that is capable of being changed or modified. It implies a level of flexibility and adaptability in the subject. This word is often used in contexts where adjustments, alterations, or modifications are applicable. For example, in programming, alterable variables can be changed as needed during the execution of a program.

Synonyms

adjustable, changeable, modifiable, transformable, variable

Examples of usage

  • The plans are alterable based on weather conditions.
  • She prefers using alterable materials in her art.
  • It's an alterable agreement that can be revised if necessary.

Translations

Translations of the word "alterable" in other languages:

🇵🇹 alterável

🇮🇳 बदलने योग्य

🇩🇪 änderbar

🇮🇩 dapat diubah

🇺🇦 змінний

🇵🇱 zmienny

🇯🇵 変更可能な

🇫🇷 modifiable

🇪🇸 alterable

🇹🇷 değiştirilebilir

🇰🇷 변경 가능한

🇸🇦 قابل للتغيير

🇨🇿 měnitelný

🇸🇰 meniteľný

🇨🇳 可更改的

🇸🇮 spremenljiv

🇮🇸 breytanlegur

🇰🇿 өзгертуге болатын

🇬🇪 შეცვლადი

🇦🇿 dəyişdirilə bilən

🇲🇽 cambiable

Etymology

The word 'alterable' originates from the Middle English 'alteren', which is derived from the Latin 'alterare', meaning 'to change'. The root 'alter' in Latin translates to 'other', suggesting a change from one state to another. Its usage has evolved over centuries, becoming common in various fields, including mathematics and computing, where it denoted variables and elements that could be modified. The suffix '-able' reinforces the idea of capability, thus labeling it as something that can be altered. The concept of alterability is crucial in many disciplines, as it deals with change and flexibility.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #34,491 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.