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commensurable


Meanings
  • Adjective

    Capable of being compared or measured.

  • Adjective

    Having a common measure or standard.


Antonyms

incommensurable
Rhymes
Words rhyming with commensurable
ensurable , ensurable , ensurability , ensurability , ensurableness
Variants
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commensurabilities , commensurability , commensurable , commensurably
Forms
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The comparative form of commensurable is 'more commensurable' and the superlative form is 'most commensurable'., The verb form of commensurable is 'commensurate'.


Etymology
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From the Latin word 'commensurabilis', meaning 'capable of being measured together'.


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  1. The term 'commensurable' was first used in mathematics by the Greek philosopher Pythagoras.

  2. In philosophy, the concept of commensurability is closely related to the idea of universals and particulars.


Related Concepts
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  1. Comparable: Similar in some respects; capable of being compared.

  2. Equivalent: Having the same value or meaning; interchangeable.


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The term 'commensurable' has been used in various fields such as mathematics, philosophy, and economics. In mathematics, it refers to quantities or objects that can be measured and compared. In philosophy, it is used to describe concepts that can be understood in relation to one another. In economics, it is used to describe goods or services that can be exchanged at an equal value.

How to Memorize "commensurable"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine two objects that can be measured and compared, such as two sticks of equal length. This will help you remember the definition of commensurable.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'commensurable' with the concept of comparison and measurement.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the mnemonic 'Commensurable is comparable, comparable is like able, able to be measured, measured to be equal.' to help remember the definition.


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