speakable
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/ˈspiːkəbl/
capable of being spoken
Etymology
Etymology Information
'speakable' originates from the Middle English word 'spekable', which is derived from the verb 'speak' combined with the suffix '-able', indicating capability.
Historical Evolution
'spekable' transformed into the modern English word 'speakable'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'capable of being spoken', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
capable of being spoken or expressed in words.
The topic was finally speakable after years of silence.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45