speakable

English

Etymology

speak +‎ -able

Adjective

speakable (not comparable)

  1. That can be spoken; utterable, verbalizable.
  2. Acceptable as a topic of discussion; not subject to taboo.
    • 2004, Robert I Yufit, David Lester, Assessment, Treatment, and Prevention of Suicidal Behavior
      Once the group knows that suicide is a speakable topic...
    • 2016 Major Kwark, Ratchet and Clank (film), 75m
      Arrest this man for his speakable crimes against the galaxy.
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