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Definition of survivable

survivable

/sɚˈvaɪ.və.bəl/
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Adverb:survivably
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survivable Lexical Profile

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• adjective

1

Capable of being survived; not necessarily causing death or total destruction.

Example

"Modern safety engineering has made many high-speed automobile collisions survivable."

2

Able to remain functional or intact despite severe damage, attack, or harsh conditions.

Example

"Engineers designed a survivable communications network capable of operating during natural disasters."

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• Rhymes for survivable

• Nearby Words

surveying
surveyor
survivability
survivable
survival
survivalism
survivalist

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Survivable. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/survivable
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