What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
impeachable
Example
The president's actions were deemed impeachable by the House of Representatives. [impeachable: adjective]
Example
The governor's misuse of funds was an impeachable offense. [impeachable: noun]
chargeable
Example
The suspect's actions were chargeable under the state's theft laws. [chargeable: adjective]
Example
The prosecutor decided not to pursue charges against the defendant due to lack of evidence. [charges: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Chargeable is more commonly used than impeachable in everyday language and is more versatile in its application.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between impeachable and chargeable?
Impeachable has a more formal and serious connotation than chargeable, which can be used in a wider range of contexts and tones, including informal ones.
