variants
also useable
1
as in useful
capable of or suitable for being used for a particular purpose
although the spade is usable as a snow shovel, it doesn't do a very good job
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in practical
capable of being put to use or account
there's not a scrap of usable information in that article on finding the right pet for one's family
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of usable
Probiotics are living microorganisms that reside in the gut and aid in breaking down food into usable nutrients for absorption.
—
Heidi Moawad, Verywell Health, 14 July 2025
An eventual trial would start only after what could be years of pretrial hearings and appeals of decisions on usable evidence.
—New York Times, 11 July 2025
After that date, players will no longer be able to buy new Nintendo Switch Game Vouchers, but vouchers that were bought prior to that date will remain usable until their expiry date, one year after they were purchased.
—Oliver Brandt, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 July 2025
Almost all the cars are now usable minus a few exceptions.
—Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 16 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for usable
Heidi Moawad, Verywell Health, 14 July 2025
An eventual trial would start only after what could be years of pretrial hearings and appeals of decisions on usable evidence.
—New York Times, 11 July 2025
After that date, players will no longer be able to buy new Nintendo Switch Game Vouchers, but vouchers that were bought prior to that date will remain usable until their expiry date, one year after they were purchased.
—Oliver Brandt, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 July 2025
Almost all the cars are now usable minus a few exceptions.
—Paul Tassi, Forbes.com, 16 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for usable
Recent Examples of Synonyms for usable
Adjective
-
The company says Web Guide uses a custom version of Gemini to surface the most helpful webpages and organize the page in a more useful way.—
Ryan Whitwam,
ArsTechnica,
24 July 2025
-
This review pokes a useful hole in the breathless reception this film received, while managing to feel fond.—
Brittany Allen,
Literary Hub,
24 July 2025
Adjective
-
Cable remains a popular and practical internet solution for many households, especially where fiber isn't yet available.—
Roxanne Downer,
USA Today,
26 July 2025
-
Gillis and Trachtenberg explained how for the first time in the Predator movies, the face of the creature wasn’t practical, always a very challenging task, because nuanced emotional expressions were called for in which the alien was the hero.—
Borys Kit,
HollywoodReporter,
26 July 2025
Adjective
-
These chic, functional updates strike the perfect balance between form and purpose.—
Patricia Shannon,
Better Homes & Gardens,
23 July 2025
-
The state and its contractors will continue to work with Newport and Covington leaders to identify additional aesthetic and functional features to include in the project, the state press release said.—
Patricia Gallagher Newberry,
The Enquirer,
23 July 2025
Adjective
-
The company says the new Sprint, priced at around $6,000, will be available in the U.S. market in 2026.—
Rick Barrett,
jsonline.com,
31 July 2025
-
How to watch An earlier livestream of the Black Sabbath bench is available online.—
Cheryl V. Jackson,
The Courier-Journal,
31 July 2025
Cite this Entry
“Usable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/usable. Accessed 4 Aug. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share