measurable
Americanadjective
adjective
"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012Other Word Forms
- intermeasurable adjective
- measurability noun
- measurableness noun
- measurably adverb
- nonmeasurability noun
- nonmeasurable adjective
- nonmeasurableness noun
- nonmeasurably adverb
Etymology
Origin of measurable
1300–50; Middle English mesurable < Middle French < Late Latin mēnsūrābilis that can be measured. See measure, -able
Example Sentences
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However, many of the fruit species they regularly eat contain measurable ethanol, indicating that alcohol is a routine part of their menu and was probably present in the diets of our human ancestors as well.
From Science Daily
Infante points out that this isn’t fully measurable — no one can directly link Instagram views to bar sales — but the cultural influence is undeniable.
From Salon
Cryptocurrency fundamentally lacks intrinsic value, resembling collectibles in that prices derive solely from speculation rather than underlying enterprise value, dividends, or measurable economic contribution.
From Los Angeles Times
Observing these markers in young adults is significant and suggests that obesity may create measurable effects in the brain well before symptoms appear.
From Science Daily
The United States "remains committed to supporting Haiti's stability and expects measurable progress toward free and fair elections", the statement said.
From Barron's
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