Suffixes -able and -ible

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What does the suffix -able mean?

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The suffix -able means 'capable of' or 'worthy of'. It is used to form adjectives.

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What does the suffix -ible mean?

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The suffix -ible means 'capable of' or 'able to be'. It is also used to form adjectives.

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Give an example of a word with the suffix -able.

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An example is 'lovable', which means 'worthy of love'.

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Give an example of a word with the suffix -ible.

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An example is 'visible', which means 'able to be seen'.

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What is the correct spelling of the word that means 'able to collapse'?

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The correct spelling is 'collapsible'.

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What is the correct spelling of the word that means 'able to be reversed'?

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The correct spelling is 'reversible'.

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What is the correct spelling of the word that means 'able to be measured'?

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The correct spelling is 'measurable'.

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What is the correct spelling of the word that means 'able to be chosen'?

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The correct spelling is 'eligible'.

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How do you know when to use -able or -ible?

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Use -able when the root word is a complete word (like 'love' in 'lovable'). Use -ible when the root word is not a complete word (like 'vis' in 'visible').

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What is the meaning of the word 'lovable'?

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'Lovable' means deserving of love or affection.