superable

adjective su·per·a·ble \ˈsü-p(ə-)rə-bəl\

Definition of SUPERABLE

: capable of being overcome or conquered

— su·per·a·ble·ness noun

— su·per·a·bly \-blē\ adverb

Latin superabilis, from superare to surmount — more at insuperable

First Known Use: 1629

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