available

/əˈveɪləbəl/
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Ready to be obtained, used, or contacted.

Examples

  • A manager should be available shortly.
  • Tickets are available online.
  • Fresh bread is available every morning.
  • The room is available tonight.
  • Is anyone available to help?

Similar words

free
at liberty
accessible
obtainable
unoccupied
in stock

Meanings

Ready to obtain or use

adjective
everyday
neutral
Able to be obtained, bought, used, or chosen.

Examples

  • The room is available tonight.
  • Tickets are available online.
  • This size is not available.
  • Fresh bread is available every morning.
  • The report is freely available to the public.

Similar words

Free to help or meet

adjective
everyday
neutral
Not busy and therefore able to help, work, speak, or meet.

Examples

  • Is anyone available to help?
  • The doctor will be available after lunch.
  • I am not available on Friday.
  • A manager should be available shortly.
  • Are you available for a quick call?

Similar words

Etymology

FAQ

What does available mean?

Available describes something ready to obtain or use, or a person who is free to help or meet.

How do you pronounce available?

Available is pronounced /əˈveɪləbəl/.

Is available an adjective?

Yes. Available is an adjective that usually follows be or comes before a noun.

What is the opposite of available?

Unavailable is the direct opposite. Busy is often the opposite when talking about a person.

Which prepositions follow available?

Common patterns are available to a person, available for a purpose, and available in a size or color.

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