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Exhaustible: meaning, definitions and examples

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exhaustible

 

[ ɪɡˈzɔːstɪb(ə)l ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

natural resources

Capable of being used up or depleted; not inexhaustible.

Synonyms

depletable, finite, limited.

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Word Description / Examples
exhaustible

This appears to be a repetition. Refer to the first entry for appropriate context.

  • See the first entry
depletable

Often used in a similar context to 'exhaustible,' referring to resources that can be gradually reduced or consumed, highlighting the process of becoming less over time.

  • Freshwater supplies are depletable if not managed properly
limited

Best used when emphasizing the small quantity or restricted nature of something. It can be used in various contexts, not just for resources.

  • There are a limited number of tickets available for the concert
finite

Used to describe something that has limits or bounds, often in a more general sense than 'exhaustible' or 'depletable.' It implies there is only so much of something available.

  • The Earth has finite resources, so we must use them wisely

Examples of usage

  • The world's resources are not exhaustible and must be managed wisely.
  • Oil and gas are examples of exhaustible resources that need to be conserved.
  • We must find alternative sources of energy to reduce our reliance on exhaustible resources.

Translations

Translations of the word "exhaustible" in other languages:

🇵🇹 esgotável

🇮🇳 क्षीण होने योग्य

🇩🇪 erschöpflich

🇮🇩 terbatas

🇺🇦 вичерпний

🇵🇱 wyczerpywalny

🇯🇵 使い尽くせる

🇫🇷 épuisable

🇪🇸 agotable

🇹🇷 tükenebilir

🇰🇷 고갈될 수 있는

🇸🇦 قابل للاستنفاد

🇨🇿 vyčerpatelný

🇸🇰 vyčerpateľný

🇨🇳 可耗尽的

🇸🇮 izčrpen

🇮🇸 þrotandi

🇰🇿 сарқылатын

🇬🇪 ამოწურვადი

🇦🇿 tükənən

🇲🇽 agotable

Etymology

The word 'exhaustible' originated from the Latin word 'exhaustibilis', which means 'to drain out'. It first appeared in the English language in the early 17th century. The concept of exhaustible resources has become increasingly important in the modern world as we strive to find sustainable alternatives to finite sources of energy and materials.

See also: exhaust, exhausted, exhausting, exhaustion, exhaustively, exhaustiveness, inexhaustible.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #33,921 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.