Adjectives of Cause and Result - Adjectives of Capacity

These adjectives refer to the ability and capacity of a person or object to perform an action or lead to a specific result.

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countable [adjective]

capable of being easily counted

Ex: He made a list of all the countable tasks he needed to complete .

forgettable [adjective]

capable of being erased from the mind

Ex: The forgettable speech failed to make an impact on the audience .

unforgettable [adjective]

so memorable that being forgotten is impossible

Ex: She gave an unforgettable performance that left the audience in awe .

preventable [adjective]

capable of being avoided or stopped from happening

Ex: She suffered from a preventable injury due to negligence in the workplace .

avoidable [adjective]

capable of being prevented or evaded through cautionary actions or decisions

Ex: She faced avoidable financial difficulties due to overspending and lack of budgeting .

unavoidable [adjective]

unable to be prevented or escaped

Ex: Despite their efforts , the team realized that conflicts were unavoidable in a diverse workplace .

scalable [adjective]

capable of being expanded or adjusted to accommodate growth or changes in demand

Ex: With a scalable business model , the company can adapt to changing market conditions .

preferable [adjective]

more desirable or favored compared to other options

Ex: In their opinion , hiring locally was preferable to outsourcing work overseas .

available [adjective]

ready for being used or acquired

Ex: The hotel offers a range of available room options to suit different budgets .

unavailable [adjective]

not able to be obtained, reached, or used, typically because it is not ready, not present, or being used by someone else

Ex: The meeting room was unavailable because it was already booked .

inaccessible [adjective]

not able to be reached or entered, usually due to obstacles or restrictions

Ex: The inaccessible areas of the forest were left untouched by hikers .

accessible [adjective]

(of a place) able to be reached, entered, etc.

Ex: The conference venue was chosen for its central location and accessible facilities for attendees .

compatible [adjective]

having the ability to work with different devices, machines, etc.

Ex: The game console supports various controllers , making it compatible with a wide range of gaming accessories .

transferable [adjective]

capable of being legally passed from one owner to another

Ex: The lease agreement states that the rental rights are transferable with landlord approval .

identifiable [adjective]

capable of being recognized or distinguished

Ex: His handwriting was easily identifiable , even from a distance .

palpable [adjective]

so obvious that it can be felt

Ex: The relief among the team members was palpable after completing the difficult project .

tangible [adjective]

capable of being felt or touched

Ex: The tangible evidence presented in court supported the prosecution 's case .

intangible [adjective]

incapable of being touched or physically grasped

Ex: Trust is an intangible quality that is earned over time .

reversible [adjective]

having the ability to be undone or corrected

Ex: The reversible mistake in the document was quickly corrected before it was submitted .

irreversible [adjective]

unable to be undone, changed, or corrected once something has occurred

Ex: Deforestation on a massive scale may initiate irreversible changes to the local climate and environment .

controllable [adjective]

able to be managed or directed to achieve a desired outcome

Ex: The controllable costs of the project were kept within budget through effective planning and resource allocation .

uncontrollable [adjective]

difficult to manage, often leading to challenges or problems

Ex: The uncontrollable rise in prices of essential goods created financial hardships for many families .

printable [adjective]

suitable for publication because of lacking content that is morally or legally objectionable

Ex: Her essay was considered printable by the teacher once she revised it to remove inappropriate language .

intractable [adjective]

difficult to manage, control, or resolve

Ex: Her intractable stubbornness made it challenging to reach a compromise .

taxable [adjective]

subject to being taxed by the government

Ex: Some benefits , such as unemployment compensation , may be taxable depending on the circumstances .

enforceable [adjective]

able to be legally upheld or made effective according to established rules

Ex: The enforceable court order required the defendant to comply with specific directives .

variable [adjective]

subject to change or variation

Ex: His mood was variable throughout the day , ranging from excitement to frustration .

applicable [adjective]

relevant to someone or something in a particular context or situation

Ex: The safety guidelines are applicable to all employees working in hazardous environments .

playable [adjective]

suitable or able to be played

Ex: The basketball court is in good condition and is playable for the upcoming tournament .

customizable [adjective]

capable of being modified or tailored to meet specific preferences or requirements

Ex: The customizable meal plan caters to individuals with dietary restrictions or preferences .

searchable [adjective]

capable of being easily looked up or found, especially in digital formats like databases or websites

Ex: The digital archive is fully searchable , enabling researchers to locate specific documents .

clickable [adjective]

capable of being easily activated or selected by clicking

Ex: In the email , there are several clickable buttons for responding , forwarding , or archiving messages .

programmable [adjective]

capable of being customized or set up to perform specific tasks or operations according to user instructions

Ex: With a programmable coffee maker , users can set the brewing time and strength of their coffee .

shareable [adjective]

capable of being shared or easily distributed among individuals or groups

Ex: The shareable image file can be downloaded and forwarded to friends and family .

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