as in adjustable
capable of being readily changed
if my vacation plans were alterable, I'd change them
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Recent Examples of alterable
The ability to create alterable 3D environments could make games more dynamic for players and offer developers new ways to prove out concepts and level designs.
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Ryan Whitwam, ArsTechnica, 5 Aug. 2025
Ryan Whitwam, ArsTechnica, 5 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for alterable
Adjective
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With electric all-wheel drive and an adjustable air suspension, the sleek SUV has gull-wing doors.—
Mark Phelan,
USA Today,
21 Aug. 2025
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An adjustable elastic waistband won’t dig into your skin and cause discomfort during your trek, and a number of handy pockets provide plenty of storage space for your hiking essentials.—
Merrell Readman,
Travel + Leisure,
20 Aug. 2025
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The partnership aims to narrow the gap between human and robotic dexterity, enabling more adaptable, productive and safer automation systems for industrial environments.—
Jijo Malayil,
Interesting Engineering,
16 June 2026
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Through it all, Sirianni has been adaptable, demonstrating a willingness to make big changes on the fly.—
Michael Silver,
New York Times,
16 June 2026
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With high interest rates that outpace inflation, a structure that will allow savers to maintain a flexible approach and a seamless transition for those already banking online, this can be the right account at the right time.—
Matt Richardson,
CBS News,
11 June 2026
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Build Flexibility Into The Employee Experience Create more flexible ways of working by reducing unnecessary interruptions, allowing for deep work time and offering multiple communication channels.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2026
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“Alterable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/alterable. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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