applicable
/əˈplɪk.ə.bəl/
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Meaning · English
Suitable for application; relevant.
Adjective
Examples
This rule is not applicable to the longer-standing members of the club.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “applicable” mean?
Suitable for application; relevant.
Is “applicable” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.