occasionable

English

Etymology

From occasion +‎ -able.

Pronunciation

  • IPA(key): /əˈkeɪʒ(ə)nəbəl/

Adjective

occasionable (not comparable)

  1. Capable of being occasioned or caused[1]
    • a. 1678 (date written), Isaac Barrow, “(please specify the chapter name or sermon number). Keep thy Heart with all Diligence”, in The Works of Dr. Isaac Barrow. [], volume (please specify |volume=I to VII), London: A[braham] J[ohn] Valpy, [], published 1830–1831, →OCLC:
      this practice will fence us against immoderate displeasure occasionable by men's hard opinions
  2. (archaic) occasional
    occasionable table

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