Meaning of -ible | Babel Free
ɪbəlDefinitions
- An instrumental suffix; forms nouns representing:
- a tool or instrument
- An adjective suffix, now usually in a passive sense; forms adjectives meaning "able to be", "relevant or suitable to, in accordance with", or expressing capacity or worthiness in a passive sense.
- a place or location
Equivalents
Examples
“convertible”
“crucible, mandible, thurible”
CEFR level
B1
Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B1 vocabulary — intermediate level.
This word is part of the CEFR B1 vocabulary — intermediate level.
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