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The marker was still usable.
What does Usable mean?
Usable means able to be used.
Dictionary definition
Usable means able to be used, especially because something works well enough for its purpose.
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Usable in a sentence
medium
The website was usable because the buttons were clear and easy to find.
hard
A design can look nice but still not be usable if people cannot understand how to use it.
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What does usable mean?
Usable describes something that works well enough for its purpose.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to usable?
Functional is close in meaning because it describes something that works.
Practice 3
Which word is a useful contrast for usable?
Unusable is the direct contrast because it means not able to be used.
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WordUsable.
Partadjective.
MeaningUsable means able to be used.
ExampleExample: The marker was still usable.
Word breakdown
3 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- yoo · zuh · bul
- Strongest beat
- yoo
- Ending
- bul
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on yoo.
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Synonyms
Words like Usable
workableUse when something can be used or made to work.
functionalUse when something works for its purpose.
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Hint for students
Usable means something can be used for its purpose. It often describes tools, websites, instructions, materials, or designs.
Common mix-up
Usable is not the same as perfect. Something can be usable if it works well enough, even if it could still be improved.
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Write one sentence that shows usable without using the word usable. Then underline the clue words that show something works well enough for its purpose. Example: The old scissors still cut paper cleanly. Clue words: old scissors, still cut, paper cleanly Now try your own sentence. Ask: Does my sentence show something that can be used for its purpose?
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Ask students to explain this model sentence: "The website was usable because the buttons were clear and easy to find." Why does usable fit better than broken?
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