reparable

UK: /ˈrɛp(ə)rəb(ə)l/ | US: /ˈrɛpərəb(ə)l/

Definition

  1. adj. capable of being repaired or rectified

Structure
re <again>par <prepare>able <capable of>re <again>par <prepare>able <capable of>
Etymology

reparable = re<again> + par<prepare> + able<capable of>

  • re<again>: From Latin re-, meaning "back" or "again."
  • par<prepare>: From Latin parare, meaning "to prepare" or "to make ready."
  • able<capable of>: A suffix from Latin -abilis, indicating capacity or ability.

Etymology Origin:
The word reparable traces back to Latin reparabilis, combining re- (again) + parare (to prepare). It originally conveyed the idea of "restoring to a prepared state." Over time, it narrowed to mean "fixable" or "capable of being mended," reflecting the logical progression from "preparing anew" to "repairing."

Examples

  1. The damage to the car was minor and entirely reparable.

  2. Some emotional wounds are not easily reparable.

  3. The technician confirmed the device was reparable under warranty.

  4. Their relationship seemed broken beyond reparable.

  5. With the right tools, most household items are reparable.