commutable

[ kuh-myoo-tuh-buhl ]

adjective

1. that may be commuted; exchangeable or interchangeable.

commutable

/ kəˈmjuːtəbəl /

adjective

1. law (of a punishment) capable of being reduced in severity
2. able to be exchanged

Derived Forms

• comˌmutaˈbility, noun

Other Words From

• com·muta·bili·ty com·muta·ble·ness noun
• uncom·muta·ble adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of commutable¹

1640–50; < Latin commūtābilis, equivalent to commūtā ( re ) to commute + -bilis -ble

Example Sentences

"It would still be commutable and we also have family in England. When we add up over the multiple years the saving we could make if we moved is definitely something to think about."

From BBC

Robinhood said some teams will need to live within a commutable distance to an office location due to regulatory and business reasons, and a small segment will still need to work from the office.

From Reuters

The accommodations will have to be within a “reasonable, commutable distance from the ballpark.”

From New York Times

The housing must be “located at a reasonable, commutable distance from the ballpark,” the commissioner’s office said Thursday.

From Seattle Times

Basten said his clients seek areas that are “close but far” — commutable to Manhattan or Kingston’s shops and restaurants, but distant enough to enjoy a quieter and more scenic home base.

From Washington Post

Related Words

• compatible
• synonymous