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assignable

|as/sign/a/ble|

/əˈsaɪnəbl/

(assign)

allocate task

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Etymology

Etymology Information

'assignable' originates from the Latin word 'assignare', where 'ad-' meant 'to' and 'signare' meant 'to mark or designate'.

Historical Evolution

'assignare' transformed into the Old French word 'assigner', and eventually became the modern English word 'assign' with the suffix '-able' added to form 'assignable'.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to mark or designate something', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'capable of being assigned'.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

capable of being assigned or allocated.

The task is assignable to any team member.

Synonyms

allocable apportionable

Antonyms

Examples

Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45