as in useful
capable of or suitable for being used for a particular purpose
this wall map of the bay is for decoration only—it's not employable for actual navigation
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Recent Examples of employable
The clubs can open a pathway to developing focus, creativity, and employable skills, and the positive social relationships that students develop in the clubs are priceless.
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News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Feb. 2025
These projects teach employable skills that recruiters look for on resumes.
—Brianna Kamienski, USA TODAY, 1 Feb. 2025
While some universities now offer cybersecurity degrees, bootcamps and certifications are often faster, cheaper, and more focused on employable skills.
—Dr. Aviva Legatt, Forbes, 13 Jan. 2025
And while the school is saving money, the student is picking up an employable skill which could help them gain some measure of autonomy.
—Michael Cuglietta, Orlando Sentinel, 26 Dec. 2024
See All Example Sentences for employable
News Release, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 Feb. 2025
These projects teach employable skills that recruiters look for on resumes.
—Brianna Kamienski, USA TODAY, 1 Feb. 2025
While some universities now offer cybersecurity degrees, bootcamps and certifications are often faster, cheaper, and more focused on employable skills.
—Dr. Aviva Legatt, Forbes, 13 Jan. 2025
And while the school is saving money, the student is picking up an employable skill which could help them gain some measure of autonomy.
—Michael Cuglietta, Orlando Sentinel, 26 Dec. 2024
See All Example Sentences for employable
Recent Examples of Synonyms for employable
Adjective
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There's no doubt that fanny packs are useful travel bags, but they’re not always considered to be the most fashion-forward option.—
Asia London Palomba,
Travel + Leisure,
12 July 2025
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The Pixel 9 Pro XL produces great photos that capture outstanding, clear details, and the generative AI app, Pixel Studio, is a fun and useful creative tool.—
Jade Chung-Lee,
PC Magazine,
12 July 2025
Adjective
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There is plenty of financial information available on the Internet.—
Hersh Shefrin,
Forbes.com,
6 July 2025
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Discovery representatives declined to make executives available.—
Bryan Alexander,
USA Today,
6 July 2025
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“Employable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/employable. Accessed 16 Jul. 2025.
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