applicable
Americanadjective
Other Word Forms
- applicability noun
- applicableness noun
- applicably adverb
- nonapplicable adjective
- nonapplicableness noun
- unapplicable adjective
- unapplicableness noun
- unapplicably adverb
Etymology
Origin of applicable
First recorded in 1400–50; from Latin applic(āre) “to apply ” + -able, or from Middle French applicable, Medieval Latin applicābilis; replacing late Middle English appliable
Example Sentences
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“When chemical treatments are used, they are applied in a limited and targeted manner, consistent with applicable regulations.”
From Los Angeles Times
In January, South Korea became the first country to have an AI law take full effect, while the European Union is gradually phasing in a set of rules that will become completely applicable in 2027.
From Barron's
Do your regular programs that are applicable to everybody but do them very well.
That one doesn’t seem as applicable to the stock market, but let’s see what the rest of February brings.
From Barron's
“It is critical that examiners be allowed to evaluate banks’ safety and soundness and their compliance with applicable laws and regulations without fear or favor,” the letter said.
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