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Definition of livable
livable
/ˈlɪv.ə.bəl/
(UK: liveable)
liv · a · ble
Adverb:livably
livable Lexical Profile
CEFR
B2
Grade
6
Tier
2
Usage
Top 10k
Syllables
3
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1
American Suitable or comfortable for living in; habitable.
Example
"After extensive renovations to the plumbing and heating, the old farmhouse was finally livable."
2
American Worth living, or tolerable and endurable (of life, a situation, or a wage).
Example
"The labor union campaigned tirelessly to ensure that all factory workers received a livable wage."
3
American Easy or pleasant to live with or associate with (of a person).
Example
"Despite his occasional stubbornness, he is a remarkably easygoing and livable roommate."
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Livable. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/livable