assignable

[ uh-sahy-nuh-buhl ]

adjective

1. capable of being specified:

   The word has no assignable meaning in our language.

2. capable of being attributed:

   This work is assignable to a 12th-century poet.

3. Law. capable of being assigned.

Other Words From

• as·signa·bili·ty noun
• as·signa·bly adverb
• nonas·signa·bili·ty noun
• nonas·signa·ble adjective
• nonas·signa·bly adverb
• unas·signa·ble adjective
• unas·signa·bly adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of assignable¹

Middle English word dating back to 1250–1300; assign, -able

Example Sentences

It states that “the individual rights … constitute property rights and are freely assignable and licensable, and do not expire upon the death of the individual so protected.”

From Seattle Times

Despite not having “Pro” in the name, the Compact comes with the same customization features as the Split Pad Pro, including assignable back paddles and the option to engage turbo mode for superfast button presses.

From The Verge

It’s ditching support for assignable reminders — “remind Anna to bring in the trash cans this morning” — and location-based ones — “remind me to call Becca when I get to the office.”

From The Verge

Until the end of September, Delta customers will see all middle seats as unavailable or not assignable when booking future travel.

From Fox News

They included: “A number greater than any assignable quantity or countable number,” “Without end” and “Process that never stops.”

From New York Times

Related Words

• debatable
• transferable