Searchable: meaning, definitions and examples
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searchable
[ ˈsəːrʧəb(ə)l ]
in the context of being able to be searched
Capable of being searched or found easily.
Synonyms
discoverable, findable, locatable.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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searchable |
This word is often used in the context of databases, websites, or documents where users can input queries to find specific information.
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discoverable |
This term is frequently used in the context of information, locations, or content that can be found with some effort, often emphasizing ease of discovery.
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findable |
This word is typically used when describing how easy it is to find something in a physical or digital space. It focuses on the ease of locating the item.
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locatable |
Usually used in more technical or precise contexts, this term emphasizes the ability to pinpoint the exact location of something.
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Examples of usage
- Online databases have made information much more searchable.
- This new software has greatly improved the searchable functionality of our website.
Translations
Translations of the word "searchable" in other languages:
🇵🇹 pesquisável
🇮🇳 खोजने योग्य
🇩🇪 durchsuchbar
🇮🇩 dapat dicari
🇺🇦 пошуковий
🇵🇱 wyszukiwalny
🇯🇵 検索可能な
🇫🇷 recherchable
🇪🇸 buscable
🇹🇷 aranabilir
🇰🇷 검색 가능한
🇸🇦 قابل للبحث
🇨🇿 vyhledávatelný
🇸🇰 vyhľadávateľný
🇨🇳 可搜索的
🇸🇮 iskalno
🇮🇸 leitanlegur
🇰🇿 іздеу мүмкіндігі бар
🇬🇪 ძიებადი
🇦🇿 axtarıla bilən
🇲🇽 buscable
Etymology
The word 'searchable' originated from the verb 'search', which has roots in Middle English and Old French. The suffix '-able' is used to form adjectives indicating capability or capacity. Therefore, 'searchable' refers to something that is capable of being searched or found easily.
See also: research, searcher, searchers, searching, searchlight.