Conferrable

/kənˈfɜːrəbəl/ adjective

Definition

Able to be conferred or granted; capable of being discussed or transferred.

Etymology

From confer plus the suffix -able (capable of), indicating that something can undergo the action of conferring.

Kelly Says

Rights, honors, and degrees are all conferrable—but what's fascinating is which things societies decide CAN'T be conferred, like inherent human dignity or certain talents.

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