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
These projects teach employable skills that recruiters look for on resumes.
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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
Link local history with employable skills.
—Khaitsa Wasiyo, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
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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
Link local history with employable skills.
—Khaitsa Wasiyo, Forbes, 12 Dec. 2024
See All Example Sentences for employable
Recent Examples of Synonyms for employable
Adjective
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These are much more useful for decks and outdoor cleaning, because their strength and efficiency can actually lead to interior damage.—
Quincy Bulin,
Southern Living,
30 June 2025
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This is what makes average household income so useful in this analysis of the wealthiest cities in Arkansas.—
Andrew DePietro,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2025
Adjective
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Ample support facilities are also available — including production rooms, make-up rooms, dressing rooms, camera and prop rooms, and catering areas — as well as a 40-acre exterior lot.—
Christopher Vourlias,
Variety,
24 June 2025
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Gillis’ Netflix comedy Tires premiered its second season earlier this month; as of the latest available data from the streamer, the show is still hanging around in the top 10.—
Tony Maglio,
HollywoodReporter,
24 June 2025
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“Employable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/employable. Accessed 5 Jul. 2025.
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