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Meaning of applicable
The primary meaning of the word "applicable" is something that can be applied or used in a particular situation.
Etymology of applicable
The word "applicable" originates from the Latin word "applicare," meaning "to apply," which is a combination of "ad" (to) and "plicare" (to fold)
The word has been used in the English language since the 15th century to describe something that can be applied or used in a particular situation
Synonyms
relevant
suitable
fitting
appropriate
proper
apt
pertinent
applicable
suitable
fitting
proper
apt
pertinent
germane
related
connected
associated
linked
tied
connected
apt
useful
serviceable
practicable
viable
feasible
workable
functional
effective
efficient
suitable
convenient
handy
useful
beneficial
advantageous
helpful
related
pertinent
applicable
suitable
fitting
proper
apt
relevant
Definitions
- The word "applicable" is defined by Oxford Languages as:
- + able to be applied or used in a particular situation
- + having a direct or significant relationship to something
- + able to be put into practice or operation
Usage Examples
- The new policy is applicable to all employees.
- * The rules are applicable in this situation.
- * The technique is applicable to a wide range of problems.
Antonyms
inapplicable
irrelevant
unsuitable
unfit
improper
inapt
unrelated
unconnected
unassociated
unlinked
useless
impractical
unworkable
ineffective
inefficient
inconvenient
unhelpful
disadvantageous
unrelated
inapplicable
irrelevant
unsuitable
unfit
improper
inapt
unrelated
unconnected
unassociated
unlinked
useless
impractical