available

[uh-vey-luh-buhl]

adjective

1. suitable or ready for use; of use or service; at hand.

   I used whatever tools were available.

   Synonyms: handy, usable, accessible

2. readily obtainable; accessible.

   available resources.

3. (of a person) free or willing to do something; not occupied.

   I’m sorry, Mrs. Clarke is not available to speak with you right now.

4. not involved in a romantic or sexual relationship; single.

   Why would you tell Rachel that I’m available when you know how serious I am about Tina?

5. Archaic.

   1. efficacious, advantageous, or profitable.

   2. legally valid.

available

/ əˈveɪləbəl /

adjective

1. obtainable or accessible; capable of being made use of; at hand

2. derogatory,  politics suitable for public office, usually as a result of having an inoffensive character

   Smith was a particularly available candidate

Other Word Forms

• availability noun
• availableness noun
• availably adverb
• interavailable adjective
• unavailable adjective
• unavailableness noun
• unavailably adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of available¹

First recorded in 1425–75; late Middle English; avail, -able

Example Sentences

The service was crowded, with people filling the aisles and any other available space.

From BBC

Instead, shows will take place on the 20 and 21 September, with refunds available for those who cannot attend the rescheduled dates.

From BBC

Funds are available to nonprofit and for-profit developers, as well as community land trusts, limited equity housing co-ops, public entities and other organizations.

From Los Angeles Times

Kennedy previously said the guidance would “keep vaccines available to people who want them, especially the vulnerable,” while demanding additional research.

From Los Angeles Times

Details of information and support with addiction are available at BBC Action Line.

From BBC

Related Words

• accessible 
• applicable 
• convenient 
• feasible 
• free 
• handy 
• possible 
• usable 
• vacant