Definitions

available

[uh-vey-luh-buhl] / əˈveɪ lə bəl /

ADJECTIVE

ready for use

Synonyms

STRONGEST

accessible applicable convenient feasible free handy possible usable vacant

WEAK

achievable at hand at one's disposal attainable come-at-able derivable from getatable obtainable on deck on hand on tap open to prepared procurable purchasable reachable ready willing and able realizable securable serviceable up for grabs

Antonyms

STRONGEST

inconvenient limited occupied

WEAK

unavailable unobtainable

Example Sentences

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SpaceX has instituted staggered lockup releases for its stock—meaning there will be more shares available sooner than usual for newly public companies—and that could drive the stock price lower.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

"With debt rising sharply, it's more important than ever to make regulation work so that people know what support is available and can contact essential providers when they need to."

From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026

According to the petition, Nick Reiner should have received half of the money when he turned 30, with the other half available to him five years later.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

The study also highlighted concerns about the quality of available safety data.

From Science Daily • Jun. 9, 2026

So, weakened by their ordeal and suffering from frostbite, the rest of the crew began constructing a hut with the only materials available.

From "Shipwreck at the Bottom of the World" by Jennifer Armstrong

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