1
as in adjustable
capable of being readily changed
an easily changeable color scheme for the nursery
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as in volatile
likely to change frequently, suddenly, or unexpectedly
the changeable nature of the business is such that you either have too much or too little to do
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Recent Examples of changeable
In any case, the film feels as excitingly changeable as its art style, something which pushes into more emotionally fraught territory during its last half hour.
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Kambole Campbell, IndieWire, 7 Nov. 2025
Weigh the value of a trust A trust comes in two forms, revocable (changeable) or irrevocable (not changeable).
—Jill Schlesinger, Mercury News, 27 Oct. 2025
The state that has leaned Democrat in recent presidential elections, but gubernatorial races have proven to be more changeable in recent years.
—Martha McHardy, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Oct. 2025
The machine takes up very little space, and the front-panel design and menacing yellow glow from its RGB grew on me (which is changeable via the Asus Armoury Crate app).
—PC Magazine, 19 Oct. 2025
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Kambole Campbell, IndieWire, 7 Nov. 2025
Weigh the value of a trust A trust comes in two forms, revocable (changeable) or irrevocable (not changeable).
—Jill Schlesinger, Mercury News, 27 Oct. 2025
The state that has leaned Democrat in recent presidential elections, but gubernatorial races have proven to be more changeable in recent years.
—Martha McHardy, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 Oct. 2025
The machine takes up very little space, and the front-panel design and menacing yellow glow from its RGB grew on me (which is changeable via the Asus Armoury Crate app).
—PC Magazine, 19 Oct. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for changeable
Adjective
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The Sarah Jessica Worn-brand is known for its extreme coziness, but this clog version has a cool adjustable heel strap and hook-and-loop closure that blends functionality with fashion.—
Alyssa Morin,
InStyle,
11 Jan. 2026
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This incredibly lightweight, breathable windbreaker jacket has an adjustable bungee cord collar and waist for a custom fit, as well as two large pockets at the front.—
Amelia McBride,
Travel + Leisure,
11 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Key's Jerry is a disruption through and through, knocking everything just a little off-kilter with each volatile appearance.—
Shania Russell,
Entertainment Weekly,
9 Jan. 2026
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Paul Weller is still a godlike figure, but the Jam themselves had a really distinct chemistry and sounded very volatile onstage and are among the great punk groups.—
Devon Ivie,
Vulture,
8 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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His invincible Bundesliga-winning Bayer Leverkusen side were a highly adaptable, high-pressure unit who used the ball well.—
The Athletic UK Staff,
New York Times,
13 Jan. 2026
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Many bathrooms have adaptable features, including shower seating.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Austin immigration advocates have argued that similar changes in Austin, and a lack of clarification from the police department on its policy, sends a message that contact with officers — even as a victim or witness — carries unpredictable risks for immigrant families.—
Emiliano Tahui Gómez,
Austin American Statesman,
10 Jan. 2026
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The occurrence of abdominal pain is often unpredictable and can change over time.—
Pamela Assid Woughter,
Verywell Health,
9 Jan. 2026
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Each attachment can connect to an extra-long, 22-foot hose that doesn’t kink, and is flexible enough to easily maneuver around obstacles and corners.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
16 Jan. 2026
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Tech tutors help seniors with technology, including computers, laptops and smartphones during one-hour sessions at the SSCE computer lab on a flexible schedule.—
Linda Mcintosh,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 Jan. 2026
Adjective
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Rigorous, blustery winter; winding sleety spring; hot, moist enervating summer; changeful autumn with its dog-days; these are absolutely unknown.—
San Diego Union-Tribune,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
1 Jan. 2023
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Hers is the kind of face that inspires directors to tight framing — gleaming, as if smoothed from marble, and yet somehow pliant, changeful.—
Jordan Kisner Jack Davison,
New York Times,
11 Oct. 2022
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In some studies, gloves not changed between tasks had higher bacterial counts and could transfer germs just as easily as ungloved hands, underscoring the need for frequent changing and proper hand hygiene.—
Evan Moore
December 19,
Charlotte Observer,
19 Dec. 2025
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In one late-stage clinical trial published in March 2025, scientists evaluated outcomes in nearly 400 individuals with a history of motion sickness who were randomly given tradipitant or a placebo (dummy pill) before embarking on boat trips under variable sea conditions.—
Emily Kay Votruba,
EverydayHealth.com,
8 Jan. 2026
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Compared to rivals that lean on endlessly variable transmissions, Kia’s use of a conventional automatic gives the Sportage Hybrid a feel that’s familiar and less droney.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
8 Jan. 2026
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“Changeable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/changeable. Accessed 19 Jan. 2026.
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