Meaning & Definition of word "Conceivable"
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Conceivable
/kənˈsiː.və.bəl/
adjective:
- 1. Capable of being imagined or understood.
- Example: In a universe with infinite possibilities, anything is conceivable.
- 2. Possible to comprehend or believe.
- Example: It's conceivable that the project could be completed ahead of schedule.
- 3. Able to be thought of or formulated in the mind.
- Example: He was not able to think of any conceivable reason for her behavior.
- 4. Within the limits of what can be regarded as real or true.
- Example: The results were not just surprising, but also conceivable given the data we had.
Etymology
From Middle French 'concevable', from Latin 'concipere' meaning 'to take in or to conceive'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
as far as the eye can see:
used to indicate a wide range or area within the limits of imagination.
beyond comprehension:
referring to something that is not conceivable or understandable.
within the realm of possibility:
something that is conceivable or likely to happen.
Related Words
conceive:
to form or devise (a plan or idea) in the mind.
concept:
an abstract idea or a general notion.
conception:
the forming or devising of a plan or idea.
Slang Meanings of conceivable
Meaning: Totally possible.
Example Sentence: Getting that promotion? Yeah, that's totally conceivable!
Meaning: In the realm of imagination.
Example Sentence: That idea for a flying car is not just conceivable, it's on my wish list!