REUSABLE Synonyms: 23 Similar and Opposite Words

reusable

adjective

Definition of reusable

as in usable

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Recent Examples of reusable What’s Happening Wild’s refillable stick — a reusable case paired with compostable refills made from bamboo pulp — is now on shelves in Target locations across the country. — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 21 Sep. 2026 The nation is working hard to develop reusable rockets and has already made considerable progress on this front. — Mike Wall, Space.com, 20 Sep. 2026 According to the nonwovens industry association EDANA, the European Disposables and Nonwovens Association, Confitex’s reusable bed pad can absorb more than 2 liters of liquid and withstand up to 30 wash-and-dry cycles. — Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 17 Sep. 2026 Refillables use a reusable case, cost more upfront and cut down on packaging thrown away over time. — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Miami Herald, 17 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for reusable

Recent Examples of Synonyms for reusable

Adjective

Electrolux laboratory research found that shorter cycles and lower temperatures could extend the usable life of common garments by more than 50% compared with harsher conditions.

— Ryan Brennan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 17 Sep. 2026
On the other hand, the yeast could be a renewable and re-usable resource that only needs to be delivered once.

— Kiona N. Smith, Space.com, 17 Sep. 2026

Definition of usable

Adjective

On top of the incredible markdown, the real, functional belt loops immediately caught my attention.

— Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 18 Sep. 2026
The functional, snuggly middle ground between a shirt and a jacket, the best shackets can seriously transform your fall outfits.

— Alison Syrett Cleary, InStyle, 18 Sep. 2026

Definition of functional

Adjective

The market already had strong companies and working products, which is why picking the best available option looked sensible at first.

— Sergey Stopnevich, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2026
For families Cribs and pack ’n’ plays are available upon request in certain rooms.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Sep. 2026

Definition of available

Adjective

Wentz was more than serviceable with three TD in the Vikings’ comeback win over the Packers and this Bears defense has its holes.

— Hank Gola, New York Daily News, 18 Sep. 2026
The combat is serviceable, which is a feat since this is Remedy admirably experimenting with a new genre.

— Jordan Minor, PC Magazine, 18 Sep. 2026

Definition of serviceable

Adjective

They’re also treated like bicycles and are required to have operable pedals, for instance.

— Eric D. Lawrence, Freep.com, 31 Aug. 2026
In Florida, e-bikes are defined as a bicycle or tricycle with fully operable pedals, a seat or saddle and an electric motor of less than 750 watts.

— Amaia Gavica, Miami Herald, 27 Aug. 2026

Definition of operable

Adjective

An Amtrak spokesperson said a livestream is not feasible, but that a recording of the meeting will be posted to the project website.

— Lauren Victory, CBS News, 17 Sep. 2026
This might be fine for a night or two to diagnose a sleep disorder, but gathering enough data on enough people to sift out long-term statistical correlations just isn’t feasible.

— Mike McRae September 17, New Atlas, 17 Sep. 2026

Definition of feasible

Adjective

Defenders must protect sprawling environments, while attackers need to find only one viable path.

— Shane Buckley, Forbes.com, 15 Sep. 2026
But after years of struggling to find a viable business model, the company shuttered its clinics and telehealth operations in 2024 to rethink its healthcare strategy.

— Shelly Banjo, semafor.com, 15 Sep. 2026

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