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Adoptable

Uh-DAH-ptuh-buhl

/ʌˈdɑːptʌbʌl/

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adoptable

Dictionary meaning

Suitable or eligible for adoption.

Examples

  • A shortage of adoptable babies.

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Ephemeral

ih-FEM-er-ul

Mellifluous

muh-LIF-loo-us

Perspicacious

pur-spi-KAY-shus

Obsequious

uhb-SEE-kwee-us

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