usable

adjective

us·​able ˈyü-zə-bəl 

variants or less commonly useable

1

: capable of being used

2

: convenient and practicable for use

usableness

ˈyü-zə-bəl-nəs 

noun

usably

ˈyü-zə-blē 

adverb

Synonyms of usable

• useful
• available

Examples of usable in a Sentence

Is any of this junk usable?

although the spade is usable as a snow shovel, it doesn't do a very good job

Recent Examples on the Web

Because while everyone’s busy chasing bigger numbers and more performance, KTM has quietly gone the other way – offering something simpler, more usable, and arguably more relevant to how most people actually ride. —New Atlas, 20 Apr. 2026

Scientists in South Korea have discovered a way to transform pollution into power by introducing a new type of gas battery that converts greenhouse gases into usable electricity. —Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 20 Apr. 2026

Thankfully, both cameras are still usable. —Christa Swanson, CBS News, 20 Apr. 2026

Clear Bins That Keep Inventory Visible Clear, stackable bins instantly turn chaotic under-sink cabinets into usable storage. —Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Charlotte Observer, 20 Apr. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for usable

• diffusible
• excusable
• infusible
• reusable
• unusable
• fusible
• inexcusable

Kids Definition

usable

adjective

us·​able

ˈyü-zə-bəl

: suitable or fit for use

usable waste