CEFR C1

supportable

adjective

Meaning

Capable of being endured, tolerated, or defended as valid or reasonable.

Examples

The argument presented by the defense was not logically supportable given the evidence.
Despite the difficult conditions, the workload was still supportable for the team.

Synonyms: tolerable, bearable, defensible, sustainable, justifiable

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supportable (C1)

adjective

Pronunciation: /səˈpɔːrtəbəl/

Definition

Capable of being endured, tolerated, or defended as valid or reasonable.

Examples

The argument presented by the defense was not logically supportable given the evidence.
Despite the difficult conditions, the workload was still supportable for the team.
The theory, though controversial, is scientifically supportable by recent data.

How to Use supportable

supportable by (prepositional phrase): Can be justified or proven by something. — "The hypothesis is supportable by extensive research."
supportable as (prepositional phrase): Can be defended or accepted in a certain role or capacity. — "The decision was supportable as a necessary measure."

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