Viewable: meaning, definitions and examples

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viewable

 

[ หˆvjuหษ™bl ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

in a movie

Capable of being viewed or seen; visible.

Synonyms

observable, seeable, visible.

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Word Description / Examples
viewable

This appears to be a duplicate of the first word 'viewable,' so it is typically used in the same contexts.

  • The document is viewable online.
  • These options are viewable in the settings menu.
visible

Commonly used to describe something that can be seen clearly, often in everyday contexts.

  • The lighthouse is visible from the shore.
  • There are visible signs of wear and tear on the car.
observable

Refers to something that can be noticed or perceived, often used in scientific or technical contexts.

  • The changes in the plant's growth were observable over a period of weeks.
  • Observable behavior is often studied in psychology.
seeable

Informal term that means something can be seen. It's not commonly used and may feel out of place in formal writing.

  • From the top of the hill, the entire valley was seeable.
  • Is Mount Everest seeable from here?

Examples of usage

  • The film was not very viewable due to poor lighting.
  • The viewable scenery from the top of the mountain was breathtaking.
Context #2 | Adjective

on a website

Able to be displayed or accessed on a screen.

Synonyms

accessible, displayable, readable.

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Word Description / Examples
viewable

Used when something can be seen, often applied to objects, images, or content that can be observed or inspected.

  • The museum has several exhibits that are viewable to the public.
  • Is the document viewable on your mobile device?
accessible

Refers to the ease of reaching or using something, often related to usability for people with disabilities or simple availability.

  • The website is accessible to people with visual impairments.
  • Make sure the emergency exit is accessible at all times.
displayable

Used when something can be shown or exhibited, often in a digital or physical space such as screens, galleries, or monitors.

  • The software converts data into a displayable format.
  • Only approved artworks are displayable in the gallery.
readable

Refers to the clarity and legibility of text or data, meaning it can be easily read and understood.

  • The font on this webpage is very readable.
  • Ensure that all labels are readable by consumers.

Examples of usage

  • The website is mobile-friendly and viewable on all devices.
  • The document is viewable by clicking on the link.

Translations

Translations of the word "viewable" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น visรญvel

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฆเฅ‡เค–เคจเฅ‡ เคฏเฅ‹เค—เฅเคฏ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช sichtbar

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ terlihat

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฒะธะดะธะผะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ widoczny

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่ฆ‹ใˆใ‚‹

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท visible

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ visible

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท gรถrรผlebilir

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ณด์ด๋Š”

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ุฑุฆูŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ viditelnรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ viditeฤพnรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅฏ่ง

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ viden

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ sรฝnilegt

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะบำฉั€ั–ะฝะตั‚ั–ะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฎแƒ˜แƒšแƒฃแƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ gรถrรผnษ™n

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ visible

Etymology

The word 'viewable' is a combination of the word 'view' (meaning to see or look at) and the suffix '-able' (indicating capability or capacity). It first appeared in the English language in the early 19th century. The concept of being able to view or see something has been essential throughout human history, from cave paintings to modern digital displays. The evolution of technology has led to the increased use and relevance of the term 'viewable' in various contexts.

See also: interview, overview, preview, review, view, viewer, viewers, viewership, viewfinder, viewing, viewpoint, views.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #34,894 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.