attainable
|at-tain-a-ble|
B2
/əˈteɪnəbl/
(attain)
achievement
Etymology
Etymology Information
'attainable' originates from Old French, specifically the word 'ateindre,' where 'a-' meant 'to' and 'teindre' meant 'to touch or reach.'
Historical Evolution
'ateindre' transformed into the Middle English word 'attainen,' and eventually became the modern English word 'attain.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to reach or touch,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'capable of being achieved.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
capable of being achieved or accomplished.
The goal of reducing emissions by 50% is attainable with current technology.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39