Describable: meaning, definitions and examples
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describable
[ dɪsˈkraɪbəbl ]
in a sentence
Able to be described or characterized in words or with a particular quality.
Synonyms
characterizable, expressible, portrayable.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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describable |
When you want to convey that something can be explained or detailed through words. Typically neutral and widely applicable.
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expressible |
Suitable when you need to indicate that something can be communicated or conveyed through words or other forms of expression. Often used in philosophical or theoretical contexts.
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characterizable |
Used when you need to explain that something or someone has distinct traits or features that can be described. Often used in more analytical or detailed discussions.
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portrayable |
Appropriate when referring to the ability to represent something visually or through art. Often used in discussions about artistic or visual representation.
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Examples of usage
- The beauty of the sunset was indescribable.
- The complexity of the situation is hardly describable in a few words.
Translations
Translations of the word "describable" in other languages:
🇵🇹 descritível
🇮🇳 वर्णनीय
🇩🇪 beschreibbar
🇮🇩 dapat digambarkan
🇺🇦 описовий
🇵🇱 opisowy
🇯🇵 記述できる
🇫🇷 décrivable
🇪🇸 describible
🇹🇷 tanımlanabilir
🇰🇷 설명할 수 있는
🇸🇦 قابل للوصف
🇨🇿 popisovatelný
🇸🇰 opísateľný
🇨🇳 可描述的
🇸🇮 opisljiv
🇮🇸 lýsandi
🇰🇿 сипаттауға болатын
🇬🇪 აღწერადი
🇦🇿 təsvir edilə bilən
🇲🇽 describible
Etymology
The word 'describable' is a derivative of the verb 'describe,' which comes from the Latin word 'describere,' meaning 'to write down' or 'to represent by drawing.' The prefix 'de-' signifies 'down' or 'completely,' and 'scribere' means 'to write.' The evolution of 'describable' reflects the human need to articulate and convey experiences and qualities through language.
See also: describe, describing, description, descriptive, descriptor.