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obtainable

adj.
B2 Upper Intermediate US //əbˈteɪnəbəɫ// UK //ɒbtˈeɪnəbəl// ob·tain·able

adj. possible to get or achieve. You use this to describe something that is available if you put in the effort or have the money.

adj. capable of being procured, acquired, or achieved. Often used to describe goals that are realistic or products that are currently in stock.


SIMPLE

The new phone is obtainable at most electronics stores.

CONTEXTUAL

While the initial target seemed ambitious, the team realized it was obtainable with a small budget increase.

COMPLEX

The diplomat argued that a peaceful resolution was only obtainable if both parties were willing to make significant concessions regarding their territorial claims.

Synonyms
Origin

From obtain + -able.

Usage

Often follows linking verbs like 'be', 'become', or 'remain'.

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