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displayable

 

[ dɪsˈpleɪəbəl ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

in a visual context

Capable of being displayed or exhibited; able to be shown or presented.

Synonyms

exhibitable, presentable, visible.

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Word Description / Examples
displayable

Used when referring to something that can be shown or put on display, typically in a more general or broad context.

  • The museum acquired new artifacts that are now displayable in their ancient history exhibit.
  • He made sure the software had a displayable user interface.
visible

Used when referring to something that can be seen or noticed with the eyes. It's the most basic term and doesn't carry any special connotation about suitability or readiness for display.

  • The mountains are visible from my bedroom window.
  • Make sure the logo is visible on the website.
presentable

Used to describe someone or something that looks clean, tidy, and suitable for being seen or attending a formal event. This word often focuses on the appearance in a social context.

  • After a quick brush-up, he finally looked presentable for the job interview.
  • She made the living room look presentable before the guests arrived.
exhibitable

Used when describing something that is suitable or worthy of being shown, typically in a formal or artistic setting like a museum or gallery.

  • The artist worked on her piece until she felt it was exhibitable in the gallery.
  • These photographs are not exhibitable due to their poor quality.

Examples of usage

  • The artist created a displayable sculpture for the art exhibition.
  • The new digital screen is highly displayable in bright sunlight.
Context #2 | Adjective

in a digital context

Able to be shown on a screen or device; suitable for viewing electronically.

Synonyms

electronic-friendly, screen-compatible, viewable.

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Word Description / Examples
displayable

Used when something can be shown visibly, typically on a screen or display.

  • The format is displayable on most digital devices
  • The images are displayable in high resolution
viewable

Refers to anything that can be seen or watched, often implying it is clear and accessible.

  • The webpage layout should be viewable on all devices
  • The presentation is viewable online for the next week
screen-compatible

Used when something is designed to work well on various types of screens, such as laptops, smartphones, or TVs.

  • Make sure the app's interface is screen-compatible for both mobile and desktop users
  • This video format is screen-compatible with all major streaming services
electronic-friendly

Refers to content or formats that are especially suitable for electronic devices, like e-books or tablets.

  • The document is electronic-friendly so you can read it easily on your tablet
  • We need to create electronic-friendly templates for our reports

Examples of usage

  • The website needs to be optimized for displayable content on mobile phones.
  • The software must support various file formats to ensure displayable documents.

Translations

Translations of the word "displayable" in other languages:

🇵🇹 exibível

🇮🇳 प्रदर्शनीय

🇩🇪 anzeigbar

🇮🇩 dapat ditampilkan

🇺🇦 відображуваний

🇵🇱 wyświetlany

🇯🇵 表示可能

🇫🇷 affichable

🇪🇸 mostrable

🇹🇷 görüntülenebilir

🇰🇷 표시 가능

🇸🇦 قابل للعرض

🇨🇿 zobrazitelný

🇸🇰 zobraziteľný

🇨🇳 可显示

🇸🇮 prikazljiv

🇮🇸 sýnilegt

🇰🇿 көрсетуге болатын

🇬🇪 გამოსაჩენი

🇦🇿 göstərilə bilən

🇲🇽 mostrable

Etymology

The word 'displayable' is a modern term that has emerged with the advancements in technology, particularly in the digital and visual fields. It is derived from the verb 'display,' which dates back to the 14th century and has roots in Old French and Latin. The concept of presenting or exhibiting something has evolved over time to encompass the idea of being capable of being shown or viewed, leading to the creation of the adjective 'displayable.' This term has become increasingly relevant in the era of digital displays and electronic devices, where content must be optimized for visibility and accessibility.

See also: display, displayed, displaying, displays.