1. able to be attributed to or traced back to a particular cause or source
2. able to be directed or sent to someone or something for consideration or action
Usage: formal

Examples

• The patient’s symptoms were referable to a vitamin deficiency.
• Most of the company’s success is referable to strong leadership.
• The error was referable to a software glitch in the system.
• Her headaches were referable to stress from work.
• The case is referable to the appeals court.
• The decline in sales is referable to increased competition.