numerable
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Definition
Adjective: - Capable of being counted; countable: Describes something that can be enumerated or assigned a number.
Usage
The adjective "numerable" is used to qualify nouns representing items, concepts, or quantities that are finite and can be counted or listed. It is a formal term often used in academic, technical, or literary contexts.
Examples
- The stars visible to the naked eye on a clear night are numerable, unlike the total stars in the universe.
- Her achievements in the field are so many they are scarcely numerable.
- We collected a numerable set of data points for the initial analysis.
Advanced Usage
- "Numerable sins": A phrase indicating sins that can be individually counted or listed, often used in theological or moral discussions.
- "Numerable assets": Refers to assets that are quantifiable and can be itemized, such as in an inventory or financial statement.
Variants and Related Words
- Enumerate (verb): To mention a number of things one by one; to count.
- Numeration (noun): The action or process of calculating or assigning a number to something.
- Numerical (adjective): Relating to or expressed as a number or numbers.
- Innumerable (adjective): Too many to be counted; countless. (This is the direct antonym of "numerable").
Synonyms
- Countable
- Quantifiable
- Finite
- Calculable
Antonyms
- Innumerable
- Countless
- Incalculable
- Infinite
Adjective
- that can be counted
- countable sins
- numerable assets