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definable
This term describes a quality of clarity and precision, suggesting that a concept or object possesses boundaries sharp enough to be articulated without ambiguity. It is frequently employed in technical, legal, or scientific discourse where the ability to isolate a specific variable or limit a scope is critical for accuracy.
In contrast to words like "describable," which merely suggest that something can be put into words, "definable" implies a level of exactitude and formal specification. It suggests that the subject is not vague or amorphous, but rather has a distinct identity that can be captured by a formal definition.
Meanings
Examples
The project goals must be clearly definable before we allocate the budget.
Is the difference between these two species actually definable by physical traits?
The boundaries of the property are not easily definable due to the shifting river.
I feel a strange tension in the room that is not easily definable.
We need a definable set of criteria to evaluate the candidates fairly.
The ghost left no definable trace of its presence in the house.
The terms of the contract are definable and leave no room for ambiguity.
Is there a definable pattern to these random occurrences?