interchangeable

adjective

in·​ter·​change·​able ˌin-tər-ˈchān-jə-bəl 

: capable of being interchanged

especially : permitting mutual substitution

interchangeable parts

interchangeability

ˌin-tər-ˌchān-jə-ˈbi-lə-tē 

noun

interchangeableness

ˌin-tər-ˈchān-jə-bəl-nəs 

noun

interchangeably

ˌin-tər-ˈchān-jə-blē 

adverb

Synonyms of interchangeable

• exchangeable
• substitutable

Examples of interchangeable in a Sentence

the concept of interchangeable parts revolutionized the mass production of manufactured goods

Recent Examples on the Web

Judging by the number of times one replaces the other during matches, manager Phil Parkinson clearly sees them as interchangeable. — Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 9 Sep. 2026

Imaginative, collectible character toothbrushes are designed for little hands, with interchangeable brush heads that let kids keep their favorite character while replacing the brush as needed. — ABC News, 5 Sep. 2026

Chaparral features interchangeable cargo pods, enabling operators to adapt the aircraft for different missions without altering its core platform. — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 4 Sep. 2026

The quartet, all crafted in steel, comes with interchangeable quick-release straps, allowing for instant personalization. — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 3 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for interchangeable

• exchangeable
• unchangeable
• changeable