Obtainable: meaning, definitions and examples
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obtainable
[ əbˈteɪnəbəl ]
easily accessible
Capable of being obtained; attainable or acquirable.
Synonyms
accessible, acquirable, attainable.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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obtainable |
Used when referring to something that can be received or gotten, especially in a formal or direct manner.
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attainable |
Used when referring to goals or objectives that can be reached through effort and perseverance. Often used in the context of achievements or positions.
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accessible |
Used when referring to something that is easy to approach, use, or understand. Often used in the context of information, locations, or services.
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acquirable |
Used when describing something that can be gained or procured with effort, often items or traits that need to be sought out or developed.
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Examples of usage
- It is obtainable through hard work and dedication.
- The necessary information is obtainable online.
- She believes that happiness is obtainable for everyone.
available
That may be obtained.
Synonyms
accessible, available, reachable.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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obtainable |
Use this word when referring to something that can be achieved or acquired with some effort.
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available |
Use 'available' when talking about something that is ready for use or consumption without any effort required to get it.
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accessible |
This word is best used to describe something that is easy to reach or use, often with reference to places, services, or information.
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reachable |
This word is appropriate when talking about something or someone that can be contacted or physically arrived at, especially places or goals.
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Examples of usage
- The tickets are obtainable at the counter.
- The required materials are easily obtainable.
Translations
Translations of the word "obtainable" in other languages:
🇵🇹 obtível
- acessível
- alcançável
🇮🇳 प्राप्य
- उपलब्ध
- हासिल किया जा सकता है
🇩🇪 erreichbar
- erhältlich
- verfügbar
🇮🇩 dapat diperoleh
- tersedia
- tercapai
🇺🇦 досяжний
- доступний
- той, що можна отримати
🇵🇱 osiągalny
- dostępny
- możliwy do zdobycia
🇯🇵 入手可能
- 手に入る
- 得られる
🇫🇷 obtenable
- accessible
- atteignable
🇪🇸 obtenible
- accesible
- alcanzable
🇹🇷 elde edilebilir
- ulaşılabilir
- erişilebilir
🇰🇷 획득할 수 있는
- 얻을 수 있는
- 접근 가능한
🇸🇦 قابل للتحقيق
- متاح
- يمكن الحصول عليه
🇨🇿 dosažitelný
- dostupný
- získatelný
🇸🇰 dostupný
- dosiahnuteľný
- získateľný
🇨🇳 可获得的
- 可取得的
- 可达到的
🇸🇮 dosegljiv
- dostopen
- pridobljiv
🇮🇸 fáanlegt
- aðgengilegt
- náanlegt
🇰🇿 қол жетімді
- алуға болады
- қолайлы
🇬🇪 მისაწვდომი
- მიღწევადი
- შესაძლებელი
🇦🇿 əlçatan
- əldə edilə bilən
- mövcud
🇲🇽 obtenible
- accesible
- alcanzable
Etymology
The word 'obtainable' originated from the verb 'obtain' which comes from the Latin word 'obtinere', meaning 'to hold, keep, take hold of, acquire'. The suffix '-able' is used to form adjectives indicating capability or capacity. Therefore, 'obtainable' refers to something that is capable of being obtained or acquired.
See also: obtain, obtained, obtaining, unobtainable, unobtainably, unobtained.
Word Frequency Rank
Position #8,212 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.
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- 8209 periphery
- 8210 substituting
- 8211 cancel
- 8212 obtainable
- 8213 reinforce
- 8214 discovering
- 8215 decorative
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