adj Uncommon

measurable

MEH-zhuh-ruh-buhl

Measurable (adj) means Able to be measured or quantified. Example: “The new policy led to a measurable drop in emissions.”

adj

Able to be measured or quantified.

"The new policy led to a measurable drop in emissions."

"We need measurable goals, not vague ambitions."

How to use measurable

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishSomething you can put a number or clear metric on.

Common pairings

measurable results measurable impact measurable difference

more measurable comparative, measurables plural, most measurable superlative

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The new policy led to a _____ drop in emissions.

From Old French mesurable, built from measure plus -able.

Origin: Old French

mensurable

able fable cable table viable liable stable tenable parable affable amiable notable

What does “measurable” mean?

The word “measurable” means able to be measured or quantified. In plain terms, something you can put a number or clear metric on.

How do you pronounce “measurable”?

“Measurable” is pronounced MEH-zhuh-ruh-buhl (/ˈmɛʒəɹəbəl/ in IPA).

How do you use “measurable” in a sentence?

Here is “measurable” used in a sentence: “The new policy led to a measurable drop in emissions.”

What part of speech is “measurable”?

“Measurable” is an adjective.

Where does the word “measurable” come from?

The word “measurable” comes from Old French. From Old French mesurable, built from measure plus -able.

Is “measurable” a common word?

“Measurable” is an uncommon word in modern English.