Admissible vs Admissable
Understand why “Admissible” is correct and “Admissable” is always wrong.
Admissable
Incorrect spelling - “Admissable” incorrectly uses ‘able’ instead of ‘ible’.
"Admissable" is a common misspelling of "Admissible". Always use "Admissible" when referring to the correct word.
Admissible
Correct spelling - The proper way to spell this word.
“Admissible” means acceptable or allowed, especially in court or rules.
Definition of Admissible
"Admissible": “Admissible” means acceptable or allowed, especially in court or rules.
This word is commonly used in everyday conversation and writing.
Synonyms for Admissible
- • acceptable
- • allowed
- • permitted
Usage Examples
"Correct:" The evidence is admissible in court.
"Correct:" Only admissible items are allowed.
"Correct:" Her excuse was not admissible.
"Incorrect:" The evidence is admissable in court.
"Incorrect:" Only admissable items allowed.
"Incorrect:" Her reason was admissable.
Notes:
- • Ends with -IBLE, not -ABLE.
- • Remember: AD + MISS + IBLE.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Which is correct?
A: Admissible.
Summary
Always use “Admissible” ending with -ible.