changeable

adjective

change·​able ˈchān-jə-bəl How to pronounce changeable (audio)
: capable of change: such as
a
: able or apt to vary
changeable weather
b
: subject to change : alterable
changeable plans
c
: fickle
a person changeable in his moods
changeability noun
changeableness noun
changeably adverb

Examples of changeable in a Sentence

The terms of this contract are easily changeable. an easily changeable color scheme for the nursery
Recent Examples on the Web In daily life, of course, human desires and boundaries are changeable. Lily Meyer, The Atlantic, 8 Oct. 2024 Moreover, many arrive in appropriate footwear and clothing, turning up in flip flops for a forty-minute hike and without proper clothing to deal with the changeable weather. Alex Ledsom, Forbes, 27 Sep. 2024 Keep in mind, setlists can be as changeable as Dua’s hairstyles, so don’t be surprised if there are some tweaks along the way! Jenzia Burgos, StyleCaster, 18 Sep. 2024 Battle of the Band Oasis’ lineup has been changeable since their formation in 1991 with an array of members coming and going. Thomas Smith, Billboard, 9 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for changeable 

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Word History

First Known Use

13th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of changeable was in the 13th century

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“Changeable.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/changeable. Accessed 21 Oct. 2024.

Kids Definition

changeable

adjective
change·​able ˈchān-jə-bəl How to pronounce changeable (audio)
1
: likely to change often or suddenly
changeable weather
2
: appearing different (as in color) from different points of view
changeability noun
changeableness noun
changeably adverb

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