available

American  

[uh-vey-luh-buhl] / əˈveɪ lə bəl /

adjective

1. suitable or ready for use; of use or service; at hand.

   I used whatever tools were available.

   Synonyms:

   handy, usable, accessible

2. readily obtainable; accessible.

   available resources.

3. (of a person) free or willing to do something; not occupied.

   I’m sorry, Mrs. Clarke is not available to speak with you right now.

4. not involved in a romantic or sexual relationship; single.

   Why would you tell Rachel that I’m available when you know how serious I am about Tina?

5. Archaic.

   1. efficacious, advantageous, or profitable.

   2. legally valid.

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available British  

/ əˈveɪləbəl /

adjective

1. obtainable or accessible; capable of being made use of; at hand

2. derogatory politics suitable for public office, usually as a result of having an inoffensive character

   Smith was a particularly available candidate

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Other Word Forms

• availability noun
• availableness noun
• availably adverb
• interavailable adjective
• unavailable adjective
• unavailableness noun
• unavailably adverb

Etymology

Origin of available

First recorded in 1425–75; late Middle English; avail, -able

Example Sentences

My parents in the U.K. are entering their 80s and are starting to experience health challenges, so we would like to be more available for them.

From The Wall Street Journal

The rate of accidental landlords was roughly the same in December, the most recent available data.

From The Wall Street Journal

There were 22,000 free seats available inside the concert venue, in front of the stage.

From BBC

Electric vehicles are available at deep discounts from automakers and dealers, making them as affordable as ever for buyers.

From The Wall Street Journal

Experts say specialist support for postpartum psychosis is now available across Wales.

From BBC

Related Words

• accessible
• applicable
• convenient
• feasible
• free
• handy
• possible
• usable
• vacant