CONSUMABLE Synonyms: 29 Similar and Opposite Words

consumable

adjective

Definition of consumable

as in flammable

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Recent Examples of consumable Why cost per wear could reshape sustainable fashion Clothing is a consumable good that wears out, so it can reasonably be judged on a unit-price basis. — Ryan Brennan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 26 June 2026 Because clothing is a consumable good that wears out, it can reasonably be evaluated on a unit-price basis, much like cost per use. — Ryan Brennan, Sacbee.com, 26 June 2026 Because the panels can be 3D-printed, the researchers estimate that the consumable material cost could be only a few tens of euros per piece. — New Atlas, 19 June 2026 Instead of only delivering consumable goods, Amazon is also deploying temporary systems that can restore functions normally supplied by public infrastructure. — Monica Sanders, Forbes.com, 18 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for consumable

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Adjective

The technology combines a non-flammable inorganic electrolyte, ceramic separator and an active safety mechanism while targeting fast charging, high power output and low-temperature performance.

— Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 25 Sep. 2026
The inspectors discovered vessels full of flammable liquid stored near combustible materials, Oklahoma station KFOR reported, in addition to fire extinguishers that weren’t properly maintained.

— Joe Wilkins, Futurism, 10 Sep. 2026

Definition of flammable

Adjective

Many works of Georges Méliès are even believed to have been burned as the original negatives, as the nitrate film stock is incredibly fragile and inflammable.

— Munis Raza, Interesting Engineering, 9 Mar. 2026
Flammable and inflammable mean the same thing.

— Boston Herald editorial staff, Boston Herald, 10 Feb. 2026

Definition of inflammable

Adjective

Prosecutors said some of the money was used for recruiting new members and purchasing Ku Klux Klan robes and materials for cross-burning ceremonies.

— ABC News, ABC News, 7 July 2026
In the case of the cross-burning incident, there is no comparison to the Jussie Smollett case.

— Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 19 June 2026

Definition of burning

Adjective

The 2018 change In 2017, the #MeToo movement had swept into the public consciousness and ignited calls for change.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 16 Apr. 2026
Eventually, Brown retreated to the locker room, leaving the Celtics to fend for themselves against an ignited Wembanyama.

— Jared Weiss, New York Times, 11 Mar. 2026

Definition of ignited

Adjective

The products were largely designed as a harm reduction tool to help smokers transition from combustible cigarettes to a nicotine product with fewer adverse health effects.

— Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 30 Sep. 2026
Police also reported discovering combustible materials inside the suspect’s vehicle.

— Ariella Noveck, FOXNews.com, 29 Sep. 2026

Definition of combustible

Adjective

The burnable vegetation on the sparse landscapes surrounding these homes is coyote brush and sage, not forest.

— Paige St. John, Los Angeles Times, 20 Sep. 2026
While commercial applications are still years away, the implications of a non-toxic, un-burnable capacitor are massive.

— Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 10 June 2026

Definition of burnable

Adjective

Wall said a patchy beard or sideburn loss could be a sign of a scarring hair disorder, and added anyone with sudden, patchy, inflamed or scar-like loss of beard hair should consider seeing a dermatologist.

— Gavin Escott, USA Today, 22 Aug. 2026
Know your treatment options Plain dandruff and a more inflamed seborrheic dermatitis flare-up aren’t always easy to tell apart on your own, but the timeline is a good clue.

— Ayren Jackson-Cannady, Allure, 20 Aug. 2026

Definition of inflamed

Adjective

Residents can dispose of corrosive, toxic, ignitable or reactive substances.

— Post-Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 15 June 2026
The facility at 6411 Oak Canyon was slated to close at the end of 2025, but city leaders changed plans recently and area residents can continue to visit the site to dispose of paint cans, batteries and anything that contains corrosive, toxic, ignitable or reactive ingredients.

— Victoria Le, Oc Register, 31 Dec. 2025

Definition of ignitable

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