RECEIVABLE Synonyms: 17 Similar and Opposite Words

receivable

adjective

Definition of receivable

as in unpaid

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Recent Examples of receivable Most drones in the US are required by the Federal Aviation Administration to have remote identifications, which provide tracking information receivable by outside parties. — Taylor Galgano, CNN Money, 3 May 2026 Many founders turn to a line of credit to cover short-term expenses, purchase inventory, or manage receivable delays. — William Jones, AZCentral.com, 28 Jan. 2026 The Allegheny County District Attorney's Office said Thursday that Rachel Rominski, 53, is accused of stealing money from the school district while serving in her role as the accounts payable and receivable clerk. — Mike Darnay, CBS News, 12 Dec. 2025 Why Now Matters For CFOs, integrating AI into accounts payable and receivable is no longer optional. — Laurent Charpentier, Forbes.com, 25 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for receivable

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Adjective

The project, called Union 93, hit the brakes in 2022 amid disputes over unpaid work, and the property ultimately went into foreclosure in early 2025.

— Rose Evans, Idaho Statesman, 14 July 2026
On Monday, dozens of people working at an Ebola virus treatment center in northeast Congo went on strike over unpaid salaries and bonuses.

— ABC News, ABC News, 14 July 2026

Definition of unpaid

Adjective

After dark, the remote far-western location and low levels of artificial light make this region an outstanding destination for viewing the Perseid meteor shower.

— Jamie Carter, Space.com, 15 July 2026
It was also nominated for 12 Emmy Awards, winning one for outstanding lead actress in a comedy series for Arthur in 1977.

— Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 15 July 2026

Definition of outstanding

Adjective

Whether a consumer negotiates directly with creditors or works with a debt settlement company, accounts may become delinquent during the negotiation process.

— Carson Brunson, CNBC, 9 July 2026
With a monthly lease rate of $7,598, according to court documents, the CBD store has been delinquent for nearly 14 months.

— Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 7 July 2026

Definition of delinquent

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