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alienable

[ˈeɪliənəbl]

alienable Definition

able to be transferred or sold to another person, especially with the right to own and use it.

Using alienable: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "alienable" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The land was deemed alienable and could be sold to anyone.

  • Example

    Intellectual property rights are generally considered alienable.

  • Example

    The company's assets were all alienable and could be sold off to pay its debts.

alienable Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for alienable

Antonyms for alienable

Origins of alienable

from Old French 'alienable', from Latin 'alienare', meaning 'to transfer'

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Summary: alienable in Brief

The term 'alienable' [ˈeɪliənəbl] refers to something that can be transferred or sold to another person, especially with the right to own and use it. It is often used in legal contexts, such as property rights and assets. 'Alienable' is the opposite of 'inalienable,' which means something cannot be transferred or sold. Synonyms include 'transferable,' 'conveyable,' and 'sellable.'