What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
measurable
Example
The success of the project will be measurable by the number of sales it generates. [measurable: adjective]
Example
We need to come up with a measurable way to track progress on this initiative. [measurable: adjective]
quantifiable
Example
The impact of the new policy is quantifiable in terms of cost savings. [quantifiable: adjective]
Example
We need to identify quantifiable metrics to assess the effectiveness of the marketing campaign. [quantifiable: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Measurable is more common in everyday language, while quantifiable is more common in technical or scientific contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between measurable and quantifiable?
Both words are formal and technical in nature, but quantifiable is slightly more formal and precise than measurable.
