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Meaning of correctable
The primary meaning of "correctable" is capable of being corrected or improved.
Etymology of correctable
The word "correctable" originates from the Latin words "corrigere" meaning to straighten or correct, and the suffix "-able" which forms an adjective indicating capability or possibility.
Historically, the term has been used since the 15th century to describe something that can be improved or amended.
Synonyms
fixable
rectifiable
reparable
mendable
curable
treatable
amendable
modifiable
alterable
changeable
adjustable
reversible
retrievable
salvageable
recoverable
restorable
redeemable
improvable
perfectible
enhancable
revisable
editable
amendable
convertible
transformable
reformational
reformable
reconfigurable
readjustable
recalibratable
Definitions
- Capable of being corrected or improved
- * Able to be made or changed to be more accurate or acceptable
Usage Examples
- The correctable errors in the manuscript were addressed by the editor before publication.
- * The company's correctable mistakes led to a significant loss in revenue.
- * The teacher pointed out the correctable flaws in the student's argument.
Antonyms
irreparable
irreformable
uncorrectable
unfixable
incurable
irretrievable
irrecoverable
irreversible
unalterable
unchangeable
immutable
permanent
irreversible
irredeemable
unimprovable
unperfectible