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actable

actable

1 7.4
Suitable to be performed on stage, like a scene or role
  • adjective
  • /ˈæktəbl/
  • Jargon
translation icon : actuable
  • The dramatic tension in the script is so high that every scene feels incredibly actable.

Examples

  • The script is highly actable and engaging.

  • The director praised the script for its highly actable dialogue.

  • Despite its powerful message, the scene was not particularly actable as written.

  • She was looking for an actable role to showcase her skills on stage.

  • Is this play actable for a small cast?

  • The play features several actable moments that resonate with the audience's emotions.

  • Her performance was captivating because the character was highly actable and relatable.

Synonyms

performable
vsactable
4.4

Can be done or acted, especially on stage

is suitable specifically for portrayal in a dramatic production

Antonyms

unactable
  • Jargon
8.6

A part or script people on stage cannot perform well

How Suitable

actable
  • Jargon
1 7.4
unsuitable
20 2.6
unplayable
3 6.1

Surface Forms

actable positive

Morphology

actable = act (transparent) = act + able

The word is clearly derived from 'act' with the suffix '-able', indicating capability or suitability for acting.

Etymology

The word actable comes from act ('to perform on stage' or 'do something') and the ending -able ('able to'). So if something is actable it is 'able to be acted', meaning it can be performed or shown on stage.