SERVICEABLE Synonyms: 211 Similar and Opposite Words

serviceable

adjective

ˈsər-və-sə-bəl

Definition of serviceable

as in useful

capable of being put to use or account be sure to wear serviceable shoes if you're going to be walking on the rocks along the shore

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as in available

capable of or suitable for being used for a particular purpose a perfectly serviceable, if old, set of screwdrivers worked fine for repairing the door

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as in adequate

of a level of quality that meets one's needs or standards the acting was serviceable, although not particularly inspired

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Recent Examples of serviceable With the help of Washington, Arraez hasn’t just become a serviceable defender, but has been one of the best defenders in the majors this season. — Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 5 July 2026 The chemistry among the cast is serviceable and gets the job done, and there’s a love triangle that evolves over the course of the season. — Olivia Singh, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026 The impression Starmer leaves is of a man who might have been a serviceable 20th century prime minister, when more was kept behind closed doors and government happened quietly. — Christian Edwards, CNN Money, 22 June 2026 Before this season, Raddysh had been a serviceable NHL player, but no one’s idea of a building block. — John Romano, The Orlando Sentinel, 21 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for serviceable

Recent Examples of Synonyms for serviceable

Adjective

Toilet seats designed for American Standard models can also have some useful features, such as a slow-close function that protects the bowl from damage.

— BestReviews, Mercury News, 13 Aug. 2026
His shoot-first mindset adds a useful dimension to Tottenham’s attack, particularly when lining up alongside Dominic Solanke, a natural facilitator, and Kudus, who was Tottenham’s primary creative outlet in the frontline before his injury.

— Elias Burke, New York Times, 13 Aug. 2026

Definition of useful

Adjective

Newer data is available, but the most up-to-date version of the survey hasn’t been around long enough for researchers to know participants’ cause and time of death.

— Sandee LaMotte, CNN Money, 12 Aug. 2026
Booze in the form of cocktails, beer, and wine is available from the lobby bar during those same room service hours.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 Aug. 2026

Definition of available

Adjective

New regulations required flameproof tents, safety training, and adequate available fire extinguishers.

— Dr. Marianne Parshley, Hartford Courant, 10 Aug. 2026
Since students won’t come to campus in adequate numbers, sell the physical campus, dorms and recreational facilities.

— Jim Nowlan, Chicago Tribune, 9 Aug. 2026

Definition of adequate

Adjective

The update, applicable to all Google Workspace and personal Gmail accounts, aims to enhance user awareness and prevent inadvertent information disclosures, safeguarding sensitive communications.

— Davey Winder, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026
If so, please provide it and explain the applicable criteria.

— Dan Zaksheske OutKick, FOXNews.com, 3 Aug. 2026

Definition of applicable

Adjective

Additionally, a window seat is positioned next to a large operable window.

— Adam Williams July 20, New Atlas, 20 July 2026
Such technology can create pictures that look appealing but that actually involve nonsensical flourishes that, for example, are impossible to construct into operable sets or develop into wearable costumes.

— Shirley Li, The Atlantic, 7 July 2026

Definition of operable

Adjective

The perfect size for a daypack, this backpack is large enough to fit a decent amount, such as a book, large headphones, a sweater, snacks and a water bottle, alongside your basic essentials like your wallet, phone and keys.

— BestReviews, Mercury News, 13 Aug. 2026
No such problems with following the play existed at Tranmere, where, even in the 1980s, their long-term home afforded a decent view from behind both goals.

— Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 13 Aug. 2026

Definition of decent

Adjective

The next major power center in applied AI could be Stockholm.

— Sandy Carter, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026
As artificial intelligence expands across K-12 schools, Massachusetts announced a new $500,000 public-private investment in AI applied learning opportunities for hundreds of students, the Healey-Driscoll administration announced Tuesday.

— Grace Zokovitch, Boston Herald, 22 July 2026

Definition of applied

Adjective

Employees may have to explain context that the agent should already have or fail to provide it at all, which can potentially result in tasks being performed to less-than-satisfactory expectations.

— William Jones, USA Today, 3 Aug. 2026
While the result is not fully satisfactory, Khun Tharo, program manager at CENTRAL, said the organization respects the workers’ decision.

— Jasmin Malik Chua, Footwear News, 31 July 2026