Word Formation: Adjectives in –ible or –able (Rešitve)

1 The president doesn’t have to be extremely likeable/likable, good-looking or well-spoken. (LIKE)

2 There is no tangible evidence to support her claim. (TANGIBILITY)

3 Whether we can remain in this situation is debatable. (DEBATE)

4 She’s been doing exercises to become stronger and more flexible. (FLEXIBILITY)

5 I find sailing more pleasurable than skiing. (PLEASURE)

6 A convertible is a car with a soft roof that can be folded down or removed. (CONVERT)

7 Only the most adaptable species will survive in the future. (ADAPT)

8 Who’s the person responsible for the accident? (RESPONSE)

9 Every child wants to own a puppy because they’re adorable. (ADORE)

10 Secrecy, while occasionally necessary, is less desirable than openness. (DESIRE)

11 It’s preferable to apply moisturising cream before applying make-up. (PREFER)

12 A disposable nappy was a revolutionary invention by Marion Donovan. (DISPOSE)

13 If you don’t know much about cars, take a knowledgeable friend along. (KNOWLEDGE)

14 If you buy an original product it’s usually stronger and more durable that its copy. (DURATION)

15 His attempt at getting away with trouble was laughable.(LAUGH)

16 It’s really fashionable to be into cooking these days. (FASHION)

17 Every employer wants to have reliable staff on their side. (RELY)

18 She was a lovable child, always helpful and kind. (LOVE)

19 The thief found it hard to come up with a believable story. (BELIEVE)

20 They divided the students into three manageable groups. (MANAGE)

21 He’s the most eligible bachelor in this town. (ELIGIBILITY)

22 The temperature of the wine in your glass has a measurable impact on the way it smells and tastes. (MEASURE)

23 There was a noticeable difference in her appearance after her weight loss. (NOTICE)

24 This book is not suitable for young readers. (SUIT)

25 If you use this weight-loss product, you’ll soon see incredible results. (INCREDIBILITY)26

26 When in London, you should always wear an umbrella because the weather is changeable. (CHANGE)

27 Fortunately, the damage is reversible. (REVERSE)

28 She’s a terrible liar – she never gets away with it. (TERRIFY)

29 If people can trick you easily, this is an example of when you are susceptible to being tricked. (SUSCEPTIBILITY)

30 The levels of tolerable pain vary greatly from individual to individual. (TOLERATE)

31 Children prefer wearing comfortable clothes. (COMFORT)

32 I couldn’t make up the person who signed the document as the signature was illegible. (ILLEGIBILITY)