Cheatable

/ˈtʃiːtəbəl/ adjective

Definition

Capable of being cheated or deceived; vulnerable to deception or unfair treatment.

Etymology

From 'cheat' (to deceive or act unfairly) plus the suffix '-able' (capable of). The word follows standard English word-formation patterns for creating adjectives from verbs.

Kelly Says

Calling someone 'cheatable' is almost a compliment in game design—designers specifically want players to be cheatable in interesting ways, making it a key consideration in fair game balance.

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