Meaning & Definition of word "Changeable"

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    Changeable

    /ˈʧeɪnʤəbl/

    adjective:

    • 1. Capable of being changed or altered.
      • Example: The weather in this region is highly changeable; one moment it's sunny, and the next it could be pouring rain.
    • 2. Subject to variation or fluctuation.
      • Example: His changeable mood made it difficult for his friends to know how to approach him.
    • 3. Having the ability to change or be changed easily.
      • Example: The changeable fashion trends mean that what is in style one season could be out the next.
    • 4. Not constant or stable.
      • Example: The stock market is notoriously changeable, making investments risky.

    Etymology

    Middle English: from change + -able.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    changeable weather:

    weather that frequently changes

    changeable patterns:

    patterns that can be altered or modified easily

    Related Words

    change:

    to make or become different

    adaptable:

    capable of being adjusted to suit different conditions or a different purpose

    Slang Meanings of changeable

    Meaning: wishy-washy

    Example Sentence: His decision was so changeable, it was completely wishy-washy.

    Meaning: flip-flop

    Example Sentence: She has a flip-flop attitude about relationships; one day she loves them, the next she's done.