What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
alienable
Example
The landowner had the right to transfer the alienable property to his son. [alienable: adjective]
Example
The contract included an alienable clause allowing the company to assign its rights to a third party. [alienable: adjective]
sellable
Example
The antique dealer knew the vase was sellable and could fetch a high price at auction. [sellable: adjective]
Example
The real estate agent advised the homeowner to make some repairs to make the house more sellable. [sellable: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Sellable is more commonly used than alienable in everyday language, especially in a business or marketing context. Alienable is more technical and legalistic, and may not be as familiar to ESL learners.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between alienable and sellable?
Alienable is typically associated with a more formal or technical tone, while sellable is more versatile and can be employed in various formality levels, allowing it to be used in both formal and informal contexts.
