derivable

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Adjective derivable has 1 sense

derivable - capable of being derived
Antonym: underived (indirect, via derived)

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Derivable

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sense: Capable of being derived or obtained

Usage:

1. The formula for calculating the area of a triangle is derivable from the formula for calculating the area of a rectangle.

2. In physics, the concept of momentum is derivable from Newton's laws of motion.

Sense: Obtainable from a source or origin

Usage:

1. The company's success is derivable from their focus on customer satisfaction.

2. Joy and happiness are derivable from the simple pleasures of life.

Sense: Can be inferred or deduced

Usage:

1. The solution to the puzzle was derivable from the clues given.

2. The intentions behind the decision were derivable from the manager's previous actions.

Part of Speech: Noun

Sense: Something that can be derived or obtained

Usage:

1. The simplification of the mathematical equation is a derivable of the original equation.

2. The satisfaction of reaching one's goals is a derivable that keeps people motivated.