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certifiable

4 synonyms and 1 antonym for certifiable, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.

Adj — Able to be officially confirmed or verified.

Synonyms

Everyday swaps

Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.

Less common

Still standard English, but they carry more weight.

Synonyms by Meaning

1. adj

Able to be officially confirmed or verified.

“The accountant provided certifiable proof of the company's earnings.”

2. adj

Informal: so irrational or extreme in behavior as to seem mentally ill; crazy.

“He's certifiable if he thinks that plan will work.”

Opposites

Etymology

Formed from certify + -able.

Full origin of certifiable →

Frequently asked questions

What does “certifiable” mean?
The word “certifiable” means able to be officially confirmed or verified. In plain terms, able to be officially proven, or (informally) so crazy it seems clinical.
How do you use “certifiable” in a sentence?
Here is “certifiable” used in a sentence: “The accountant provided certifiable proof of the company's earnings.”
What part of speech is “certifiable”?
“Certifiable” is an adjective.
How many meanings does “certifiable” have?
“Certifiable” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: able to be officially confirmed or verified.

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