convertible — able to be changed from one form, purpose, or use to another
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: able to be changed from one form, purpose, or use to another
Pronunciation (IPA): /kənˈvɜːrtəbəl/
Example Sentences
- The bank offers convertible bonds that can turn into company shares.
- My uncle bought a convertible just to feel the wind messing up his bald head.
- This app makes your voice convertible into any celebrity's voice!
convertible
ADJECTIVE[/kənˈvɜːrtəbəl/]
able to be changed from one form, purpose, or use to another
He drives a red convertible down the coast with the top down.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'convertere', meaning 'to turn around completely', formed from 'con-' (together/thoroughly) and 'vertere' (to turn).
Breakdown
con- (thoroughly) + vert- (to turn) + -ible (able to be)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The bank offers convertible bonds that can turn into company shares.”
“My uncle bought a convertible just to feel the wind messing up his bald head.”
“This app makes your voice convertible into any celebrity's voice!”
“Is your love for pizza convertible into a diet plan? Asking for a friend.”
“This convertible sofa saved my tiny studio apartment's life.”
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