upgradable
|up/grad/a/ble|
B2
/ʌpˈɡreɪdəbl/
(upgrade)
improvement to a higher level
Etymology
Etymology Information
'upgradable' originates from the English word 'upgrade', where 'up-' meant 'to a higher position' and 'grade' meant 'a level or step'.
Historical Evolution
'upgrade' changed from the Old French word 'grader' and eventually became the modern English word 'upgrade'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to raise to a higher grade or rank', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to improve or enhance'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
capable of being improved or enhanced to a higher standard or level.
The software is upgradable to the latest version.
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Last updated: 2025/01/27 01:03