superable

adjective

su·per·a·ble ˈsü-p(ə-)rə-bəl

: capable of being overcome or conquered

superableness noun

superably

ˈsü-p(ə-)rə-blē

adverb

Etymology

Latin superabilis, from superare to surmount — more at insuperable

First Known Use

1629, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler

The first known use of superable was in 1629

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Style

“Superable.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/superable. Accessed 9 Dec. 2023.

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