Emulable

/ˈɛmjʊləbəl/ adjective

Definition

Something that is capable of being imitated, copied, or rivaled because it has admirable qualities.

Etymology

From Latin 'aemulabilis,' derived from 'aemulari' (to rival or imitate) plus the suffix '-able' (capable of), this word emerged in English by the 16th century to describe things worthy of imitation.

Kelly Says

The word 'emulable' carries a hidden compliment—calling something emulable means it's so good that people naturally want to copy it, which is why successful products and leaders are often emulable by definition.

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