equable

equa·ble

adj \ˈe-kwə-bəl, ˈē-\

Definition of EQUABLE

1

: marked by lack of variation or change : uniform <an equable distance apart>

2

: marked by lack of noticeable, unpleasant, or extreme variation or inequality <an equable temperament>

— equa·bil·i·ty \ˌe-kwə-ˈbi-lə-tē, ˌē-\ noun

— equa·ble·ness \ˈe-kwə-bəl-nəs, ˈē-\ noun

— equa·bly \-blē\ adverb

Examples of EQUABLE

1. <an area with an equable climate would be our first choice for a place in which to settle>

Origin of EQUABLE

Latin aequabilis, from aequare to make level or equal, from aequus

First Known Use: 1677

Related to EQUABLE

Synonyms: balmy, clement, genial, gentle, mild, moderate, soft, temperate

Antonyms: harsh, inclement, intemperate, severe

Related Words: clear, cloudless, fair, rainless, sunny, sunshiny; calm, halcyon, peaceful, placid, tranquil; delightful, fine, pleasant

Near Antonyms: blustering, blustery, breezy, gusty, rough, squally, stormy, windy; misty, rainy, showery; bleak, cloudy, dismal, foggy, gloomy, gray (also grey), hazy, overcast, sunless; bitter, dirty, foul, nasty, raw

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