Delible

/ˈdɛlɪbəl/ adjective

Definition

Able to be deleted, erased, or removed; capable of being eliminated or done away with.

Etymology

From Latin 'delibilis', derived from 'delere' (to destroy, erase, wipe out). The '-ible' suffix indicates capability or possibility. Opposite of 'indelible'.

Kelly Says

In the digital age, we might say our social media posts are 'delible'—we can delete them if we regret them—but 'indelible' tattoos are forever!

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