livable

liv·able

adj \ˈli-və-bəl\

Definition of LIVABLE

1

: suitable for living in, on, or with <a livable house> <livable wages>

2

: endurable

— liv·able·ness noun

Variants of LIVABLE

liv·able also live·able \ˈli-və-bəl\

Examples of LIVABLE

1. They described the house as very livable.
2. People need jobs that will pay them livable wages.

First Known Use of LIVABLE

1814

Related to LIVABLE

Synonyms: habitable, inhabitable

Antonyms: uninhabitable, unlivable

Related Words: comfortable, cozy, homelike, homey (also homy), intimate, snug; deluxe, lavish, luxuriant, luxurious, plush, sumptuous; opulent, palatial, rich; acceptable, bearable, endurable, sufferable, supportable, sustainable, tolerable

Near Antonyms: uncomfortable; humble, spartan; economical, frugal, spare, thrifty; insupportable, intolerable, unacceptable, unbearable, unendurable

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