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The suffix -ableis comes from Latin and is used to transform a verb or noun into an adjective. -able words usually convey the idea of capability, possibility, or suitability.

When adding -able to a base word, it is essential to understand what spelling changes that may occur. If the base word ends in an e, it is dropped before adding -able, for example believe becomes believable. If the base word ends in a vowel followed by a consonant, the consonant is usually doubled, for example regret becomes regrettable.

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adorable Your new puppy is adorable.
advisable Doing your homework on time is advisable.
agreeable The decision to move was agreeable.
available I'll let you know when she's available to talk.
believable Your story seems believable.
capable Are you capable of managing so many different tasks at once?
changeable The weather will be changeable.
considerable The team scored a considerable number of goals in the recent match.
desirable The advertised job had desirable benefits.
durable These trainers are comfortable, stylish and durable.
excitable Did you see how excitable the puppies were?
excusable His actions were not excusable.
foreseeable It is unlikely that we will have any available appointments for the foreseeable future.
inevitable The snow led to inevitable delays.
inflammable Hydrogen is a highly inflammable gas.
irritable I get irritable if I haven't had enough sleep.
justifiable Her actions were justifiable.
perishable We try and use our perishable goods first.
pronounceable We need to come up with a memorable and pronounceable name for our company.
regrettable His decision to resign from the position was regrettable.

Learn more about these words in Unit 27. Word endings: -able, -ible

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adorable
advisable
agreeable
available
believable
capable
changeable
considerable
desirable
durable
excitable
excusable
foreseeable
inevitable
inflammable
irritable
justifiable
perishable
pronounceable
regrettable

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