presentable
pronunciation
How to pronounce presentable in British English:
UK [prɪˈzentəbl]
How to pronounce presentable in American English:
US [prɪˈzɛntəbəl]
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- Adjective:
- fit to be seen
Word Origin
- presentable (adj.)
- mid-15c., of a benefice; also, in law, "liable to formal charge of wrongdoing," from present (v.) + -able. Meaning "suitable in appearance" is from 1800. Related: Presentably.
Example
- 1. It makes the transcript more presentable and readable .
- 2. Possibly in the diplomatic service a presentable wife is still an asset .
- 3. Make oneself presentable or neat .
- 4. She still looked quite presentable .
- 5. Jeremy was looking quite presentable for once .