Showable: meaning, definitions and examples

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showable

 

[ ˈʃoʊəbəl ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

in the context of being able to be shown

Capable of being shown or presented to others; suitable or fit to be displayed or exhibited.

Synonyms

displayable, exhibitable, presentable.

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Word Description / Examples
showable

Used when something can be shown to others easily without causing any embarrassment or issues. Can be used in both informal and formal contexts.

  • The photos were showable to the public.
  • Is your project showable to the committee?
displayable

Used to describe something that can be placed on display, often in a visual context such as an art gallery or a presentation. Usually formal.

  • These artifacts are displayable in the museum.
  • The chart is displayable during the meeting.
presentable

Used to describe something or someone that looks tidy and acceptable enough to be shown to others. Can be used in both formal and informal settings. Used mostly in regard to appearance.

  • You need to look presentable for the interview.
  • The document is finally presentable to the clients.
exhibitable

Refers to something that can be exhibited, often associated with formal exhibitions such as art shows, museums, or trade fairs.

  • The painting is exhibitable in the national gallery.
  • Is this prototype exhibitable at the trade fair?

Examples of usage

  • It is important for the artwork to be showable in a well-lit gallery.
  • The prototype must be showable to potential investors before moving forward with production.

Translations

Translations of the word "showable" in other languages:

🇵🇹 mostrável

🇮🇳 दिखाने योग्य

🇩🇪 zeigbar

🇮🇩 dapat ditampilkan

🇺🇦 показовий

🇵🇱 wyświetlany

🇯🇵 見せられる

🇫🇷 montrable

🇪🇸 mostrable

🇹🇷 gösterilebilir

🇰🇷 보여줄 수 있는

🇸🇦 قابل للعرض

🇨🇿 zobrazitelný

🇸🇰 zobraziteľný

🇨🇳 可展示的

🇸🇮 prikazljiv

🇮🇸 sýnilegur

🇰🇿 көрсетуге болатын

🇬🇪 საჩვენებელი

🇦🇿 göstərilə bilən

🇲🇽 mostrable

Etymology

The word 'showable' originated from the combination of 'show' and the suffix '-able', which indicates capability or capacity. The concept of being able to show or display something has been essential throughout human history, from showcasing artwork to presenting scientific discoveries. As society evolved, the need for things to be showable in various contexts became increasingly important.

See also: show, showbiz, showcase, showcased, showdown, showed, shower, showery, showily, showiness, showing, showjumper, showman, showmanship, showmen, shown, showpiece, showroom, shows, showstopper, showup, showy.