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Conceivable: meaning, definitions and examples

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conceivable

 

[ kənˈsiːvəbl ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

possible idea

Conceivable refers to something that can be imagined or thought of as a possibility. It suggests an idea or situation that is within the realm of reason or imagination and can be understood or recognized as true.

Synonyms

imaginable, plausible, thinkable

Examples of usage

  • It is conceivable that technology will continue to evolve.
  • In a conceivable scenario, everyone could be happy.
  • A world without conflict is conceivable, but challenging to achieve.

Translations

Translations of the word "conceivable" in other languages:

🇵🇹 concebível

🇮🇳 कल्पनीय

🇩🇪 vorstellbar

🇮🇩 dapat dibayangkan

🇺🇦 можливий

🇵🇱 możliwy

🇯🇵 考えられる

🇫🇷 conceivable

🇪🇸 concebible

🇹🇷 hayal edilebilir

🇰🇷 상상할 수 있는

🇸🇦 ممكن تصوره

🇨🇿 představitelný

🇸🇰 predstaviteľný

🇨🇳 可想象的

🇸🇮 predstavljiv

🇮🇸 hugsaður

🇰🇿 ойлауға болатын

🇬🇪 შესაძლებელია

🇦🇿 təsəvvür edilə bilən

🇲🇽 concebible

Etymology

The word 'conceivable' originates from the Latin verb 'concipere', meaning 'to take in, to seize, to conceive'. This is a compound of 'con-' (together) and 'capere' (to seize). The term made its way into Middle English through Old French 'concevoir', which holds a similar meaning. The concept of conceiving something extends beyond mere thought; it encompasses the ability to understand and visualize possibilities or ideas. Over time, the word has retained its core meaning, often being used to describe situations, ideas, or scenarios that are not just theoretical but can also be rationally discussed or evaluated.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #8,955 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.