Diagnoseable

/ˌdaɪ.əɡˈnoʊ.zə.bəl/ adjective

Definition

An alternative spelling of diagnosable; able to be diagnosed.

Etymology

Variant form from 'diagnose' plus '-able,' showing the common English spelling variation between '-sable' and '-seable.'

Kelly Says

English spelling variants like 'diagnosable' vs. 'diagnoseable' reflect the language's messy history—both are correct, but one pronunciation emphasizes the 'z' sound more clearly!

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