conceivable
3 synonyms and 1 antonym for conceivable, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Capable of being imagined, believed, or understood as possible.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use conceivable
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
every conceivable way
it is conceivable that
Etymology
From conceive plus the suffix -able, meaning "able to be conceived (of)."
Full origin of conceivable →Frequently asked questions
What does “conceivable” mean?
The word “conceivable” means capable of being imagined, believed, or understood as possible. In plain terms, able to be imagined or believed as a real possibility.
How do you pronounce “conceivable”?
“Conceivable” is pronounced kuhn-SEE-vuhbl (/kənˈsiːvəbl̩/ in IPA).
How do you use “conceivable” in a sentence?
Here is “conceivable” used in a sentence: “It's conceivable that the flight will be delayed.”
What part of speech is “conceivable”?
“Conceivable” is an adjective.
Is “conceivable” a common word?
“Conceivable” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
