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presentable Definition

pre·sent·able (prē zent′ə bəl, pri-)

adjective

  1. capable of being presented; suitable for presentation
  2. in proper or suitable attire, order, etc. for being seen, met, etc. by others

Etymology: ML praesentabilis

presentable Related Forms
pre·sent′·abil′·ity noun or pre·sent′·able·ness pre·sent′·ably adverb
presentable Synonyms

presentable

modif.

attractive, prepared, satisfactory; see fit 1, 2.

presentable Usage Examples

Modifying Another Word

  • reasonably: Standing in front of a full-length mirror will also help to keep you reasonably presentable.
  • quite: People have even snapped pictures of crystals right through the eyepiece using camera phones and the results are quite presentable.
  • very: A floating landing stage was added making a very presentable appearance.
  • fairly: Fortunately he had recently come across a couple of old wheels together with fairly presentable tires, at a breaker's yard.
  • extremely: The successful candidate should be extremely presentable, .. .
  • highly: CD Technology can put an enormous amount of information in a highly presentable manner to get ideas across much more effectively.

Adjective complement with noun phrase

  • make: They are now trying to make old bills presentable by washing them at the Department.
  • keep: CLEANING Please help us to keep the show presentable at all times by disposing of rubbish immediately.

Modifies a noun

  • appearance: Whilst looking simple, the design aimed at a clean presentable appearance without daily cleaning.
  • format: Is the system simple to operate and can you get at the key information you need quickly and in a presentable format?
  • state: Where the SDS is likely to be used as evidence at a VT hearing, it should be tidied up to a presentable state.
  • condition: The accommodation should be of a reasonable standard and be in a good presentable condition to obtain maximum rent.
  • man: They could then be lured back to the clubhouse afterward to meet all the presentable men ( not forgetting the ugly bastards!
  • form: Use tables to lay out content in a presentable form.

Used with adjective complement

  • look: Nails: Keeping your hands looking presentable at all times is key to making a good impression.
  • make: Such an important feature should be made presentable for the public to see.
  • appear: In this competitive age it is very important for a person to appear presentable.
  • feel: One feels quite presentable in them when turning up at a cafe for coffee or lunch.