replaceable

/ri'pleisəbl/

Thân thiện

The mechanic installs a replaceable part in the engine.

Definition

1. Adjective:
   • Capable of being replaced: Describes something that can be substituted with another item or person, often because it is not unique, essential, or permanent.

Usage

The adjective "replaceable" is used to describe an object, part, or person that is not indispensable and can be exchanged for another. It often carries a neutral or slightly negative connotation regarding the value or uniqueness of the item. - It typically follows a linking verb like "is," "seems," or "are." - It can be modified by adverbs like "easily," "readily," or "completely."

Examples

• General Use:
  • The battery in this remote control is replaceable.
  • These parts are cheap and easily replaceable if they break.
• Figurative Use (often about people or roles):
  • He felt his job was replaceable, which made him anxious.
  • No player on the team is replaceable; each has a unique role.

Advanced Usage

• "Easily replaceable": Emphasizes that substitution can be done with little effort or consequence.
  • The generic components are easily replaceable and inexpensive.
• "Readily replaceable": Similar to "easily replaceable," highlighting availability.
  • The model uses readily replaceable filters.

Variants and Related Words

• Replace (verb): To take the place of; to provide a substitute for.
  • We need to replace the old windows.
• Replacement (noun): 1. The action of replacing. 2. A person or thing that takes the place of another.
  • The replacement for the manager will start next week.
• Irreplaceable (adjective): So valuable or unique that it cannot be replaced.
  • These historical artifacts are irreplaceable.

Synonyms

• Interchangeable: Capable of being used in place of each other.
• Substitutable: Capable of being used as a substitute.
• Expendable: Of little significance when compared to an overall purpose, and therefore able to be abandoned or destroyed. (Note: This has a stronger connotation of being disposable.)

Antonyms

• Irreplaceable: Impossible to replace.
• Unique: Being the only one of its kind.
• Essential: Absolutely necessary; extremely important.

Học thuật

Adjective

1. capable of being replaced