certifiable

/ˈsʌrdəˌfaɪəbəl/
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Other forms: certifiably

Definitions of certifiable
  1. adjective
    capable of being guaranteed or certified
    “a certifiable fact”
    synonyms:
    certified
    endorsed authoritatively as having met certain requirements
  2. adjective
    fit to be certified as insane (and treated accordingly)
    synonyms: certified
    insane
    afflicted with or characteristic of mental derangement
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