applicable
Translation
applicable, relevant, appropriate
Examples
This rule is not applicable to your case.
This rule is not applicable to your case.
Please tick the applicable box.
Please tick the applicable box.
Grammar Patterns
applicable ((to sb./sth.)) relevant or appropriate to someone or something This law is applicable to all citizens.
Similar Words
Synonyms: relevant, suitable, appropriate; Antonyms: inapplicable, irrelevant
Etymology
From Latin 'applicare' (to apply) + '-able'. It literally means 'able to be applied'.
Memory Tips
Remember that 'applicable' means 'able to be applied'. If a discount is applicable, you are able to apply it.