Bestowable: meaning, definitions and examples
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bestowable
[ bɪˈstoʊ.ə.bəl ]
gift giving
Bestowable refers to something that can be bestowed or given, typically in a ceremonial or formal context. It implies that the item or quality can be appropriately granted to others.
Synonyms
assignable, conferable, grantable.
Examples of usage
- The award is bestowable to those who have shown exceptional service.
- He has many talents that are bestowable upon his students.
- This honor is bestowable only once a year.
- The resources are bestowable at the discretion of the committee.
Translations
Translations of the word "bestowable" in other languages:
🇵🇹 doador
🇮🇳 दान योग्य
🇩🇪 übertragbar
🇮🇩 dapat diberikan
🇺🇦 пожертвою
🇵🇱 darowalny
🇯🇵 授与可能
🇫🇷 donable
🇪🇸 dable
🇹🇷 verilebilir
🇰🇷 부여 가능한
🇸🇦 قابل العطاء
🇨🇿 přenechatelný
🇸🇰 prenosný
🇨🇳 可赠予的
🇸🇮 dodeljiv
🇮🇸 veitt
🇰🇿 берілуге болатын
🇬🇪 ჩაწვდილი
🇦🇿 verilə bilən
🇲🇽 dable
Etymology
The word 'bestowable' is derived from the root word 'bestow', which comes from the Middle English term 'bestowen'. 'Bestow' itself is rooted in the Old English 'bestowian', meaning to place, to put, or to lodge. The suffix '-able' is a common English ending that denotes capability or susceptibility. Thus, bestowable literally translates to 'able to be bestowed'. The act of bestowing has historical significance, often linked to the transfer of gifts, honors, or privileges. It has been utilized in various contexts, especially in formal ceremonies like ordinations, award presentations, and hereditary titles in aristocracy. Over time, the term has expanded to include any form of giving that is considered meaningful or worthy.