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calculable
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cal·cu·la·ble  (klky-l-bl)
adj.
1. That can be calculated or estimated: calculable odds.
2. Readily relied on; dependable: a calculable assistant.
calcu·la·bili·ty n.
calculable
Adjective
able to be computed or estimated
ThesaurusLegend:  Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
Adj.1.calculable - capable of being calculated or estimated; "a calculable risk"; "calculable odds"
determinable - capable of being determined or limited or fixed; "determinable velocities"; "matters determinable by law"
incalculable - not capable of being computed or enumerated


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