verifiable

adjective

ver·​i·​fi·​able ˌver-ə-ˈfī-ə-bəl How to pronounce verifiable (audio)
Synonyms of verifiablenext
: capable of being verified
verifiableness noun

Examples of verifiable in a Sentence

we're not sure whether that's a verifiable hypothesis you need a verifiable letter from your doctor to file a claim for short-term disability
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Adding localized pollution and physical disruptions from closer boat traffic will result in scientifically verifiable higher mortality rates for these restoration efforts. Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 31 Mar. 2026 Each step of the supply chain is recorded on public blockchain, which is independently verifiable and accessible to consumers, regulators or brands by scanning a QR code. Jennifer Bringle, Sourcing Journal, 30 Mar. 2026 Demidov was born in Sergiyev Posad, Russia, in 2005, which is easily verifiable on any hockey website. Arpon Basu, New York Times, 30 Mar. 2026 What we’re told must be clear, thorough, timely, verifiable, and public. Letters To The Editor, The Orlando Sentinel, 25 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for verifiable

Word History

Etymology

verify + -able

First Known Use

1593, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of verifiable was in 1593

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“Verifiable.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/verifiable. Accessed 4 Apr. 2026.

Kids Definition

verifiable

adjective
ver·​i·​fi·​able ˈver-ə-ˌfī-ə-bəl How to pronounce verifiable (audio)
: able to be verified
verifiably
-blē
adverb
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