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How do you spell Susceptible?

Correct spelling

susceptible

SUSCEPT + IBLE. Think: suspect.

Why is susceptible spelled this way?

From Latin susceptibilis, capable of receiving. SUB (under) + CAPERE (to take). Someone susceptible is capable of being taken — vulnerable to influence, disease, or persuasion.

Common misspellings of susceptible

suspectiblesusceptablesuseptiblesuceptible

Example

Children are susceptible to colds.

Frequently asked questions

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The correct spelling is "susceptible". SUSCEPT + IBLE. Think: suspect.
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