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playable

adjective

Simple meaning

Able to be played and enjoyed.

Pronunciation

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playuhbuhl

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ˈpleɪəbəl

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Definition

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adjective

  1. games

    Of a game, able to be played and enjoyed.

  2. Capable of or suitable for being played or played on

  3. games

    Of a move, giving a reasonable result; able to be played without losing.

Word at a Glance

Difficulty
C1 · Advanced
Frequency
Uncommon
Typical Use
Primarily written

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  • “A playable lie in golf.”adjective

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Word family

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  • playernounPerson or profession

    A person who participates in or is skilled at some game.

  • playfuladjectiveDerived adjective

    Full of fun and high spirits.

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Antonyms

Sense: of a game

unplayableRare

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