Throwawayable

C2 16+

Pronunciation: /ˈθroʊəˌweɪəbəl/

Definitions of throwawayable

adjective A word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun. In this case, 'throwawayable' describes something that is able to be thrown away.

Example Sentences

A1 I prefer to use throwawayable containers for my lunch to avoid having to wash them.

A2 Disposable cutlery is convenient because it's throwawayable after use.

B1 The company decided to use throwawayable packaging for their products to reduce waste.

B2 Some people argue that throwawayable products contribute to environmental pollution.

C1 The trend of using throwawayable items has led to a significant increase in plastic waste.

C2 It is important to consider the long-term impact of throwawayable products on the environment.

Examples of throwawayable in a Sentence

formal The company decided to use throwawayable packaging to reduce waste.

informal I always make sure to buy throwawayable items for picnics.

slang I love how these throwawayable containers make clean-up so easy.

figurative His promises were as throwawayable as tissue paper.

Grammatical Forms of throwawayable

past tense

threw away

plural

throwawayables

comparative

more throwawayable

superlative

most throwawayable

present tense

throwaway

future tense

will be throwawayable

perfect tense

have thrown away

continuous tense

is being thrown away

singular

throwawayable

positive degree

throwawayable

infinitive

to throw away

gerund

throwing away

participle

thrown away

Origin and Evolution of throwawayable

First Known Use: 1970 year
Language of Origin: English
Story behind the word: The word 'throwawayable' is a modern coinage derived from the combination of 'throwaway' and the suffix '-able'. It likely originated in English-speaking countries where disposable or single-use items became more common.
Evolution of the word: Initially, 'throwawayable' may have been seen as a playful or informal way to describe something that is disposable or easily discarded. Over time, it may have gained more acceptance as a legitimate word in informal contexts.