decidable
|de-ci-da-ble|
C1
/dɪˈsaɪdəbl/
(decide)
make a choice
Etymology
Etymology Information
'decidable' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'decidere,' where 'de-' meant 'off' and 'caedere' meant 'to cut.'
Historical Evolution
'decidere' transformed into the French word 'décider,' and eventually became the modern English word 'decide,' from which 'decidable' is derived.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to cut off or determine,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'capable of being decided.'
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Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
capable of being decided or resolved.
The problem is decidable using this algorithm.
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Last updated: 2025/05/16 21:45