adjective
- capable of sinking or being sunk
Usage: often used in nautical contexts
Examples
- The old wooden boat was clearly sinkable in rough waters.
- Unlike the Titanic’s reputation, most ships are sinkable under the right conditions.
- The captain knew his vessel was sinkable and took extra precautions.
- Heavy cargo made the barge more sinkable than usual.
- The submarine was designed to be sinkable on command.
- Even modern warships are sinkable with enough damage.