identifiable
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/aɪˌdɛntɪˈfaɪəbl/
(identify)
incorrect recognition
Etymology
Etymology Information
'identifiable' originates from the Latin word 'identificare,' where 'ident-' meant 'same' and 'facere' meant 'to make.'
Historical Evolution
'identificare' transformed into the French word 'identifier,' and eventually became the modern English word 'identify,' from which 'identifiable' is derived.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to make the same,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'capable of being recognized.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
capable of being recognized or distinguished as a particular person or thing.
The suspect was easily identifiable by his unique tattoo.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40