operable
/'ɔpərəbl/
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Definition
- Adjective:
- Usable for a specific purpose; practical and able to be used or put into operation: Describes something that is functional, workable, or ready for use.
- Capable of being treated by a surgical operation: In a medical context, describes a condition, typically a tumor or illness, that can be treated or removed through surgery.
Usage and Examples
- General Use (Functional/Practical):
- The old machine is still operable after all these years.
- We need an operable plan before we can proceed with the project.
- Medical Use (Surgically Treatable):
- The doctors confirmed that the tumor was operable.
- Early detection often makes cancer more operable.
Advanced Usage
- "Operable condition": A state where something is functional and ready for use.
- The vehicle was restored to operable condition.
- "Operable window": A window that can be opened and closed, as opposed to a fixed one.
- The building code requires each bedroom to have at least one operable window.
Variants and Related Words
- Operability (n): The quality or state of being operable.
- The operability of the equipment was verified.
- Inoperable (adj): The direct antonym, meaning not functional or not suitable for surgery.
- The tumor was deemed inoperable due to its location.
Synonyms
- Functional: In working order.
- Usable: Fit for use.
- Workable: Capable of being done or used.
- Practicable: Capable of being done or put into practice successfully.
Antonyms
- Inoperable: Not functional; not able to be treated surgically.
- Broken: Not in working order.
- Impractical: Not sensible or realistic.
Adjective
- usable for a specific purpose
- an operable plan
- a practicable solution
- fit or ready for use or service
- the toaster was still functional even after being dropped
- the lawnmower is a bit rusty but still usable
- an operational aircraft
- the dishwasher is now in working order
- capable of being treated by surgical operation
- an operable cancer