convertible

1 of 2

adjective

con·​vert·​ible kən-ˈvər-tə-bəl How to pronounce convertible (audio)
Synonyms of convertiblenext
1
: capable of being converted
a bond convertible to 12 shares of common stock
2
: having a top that may be lowered or removed
convertible coupe
convertibility noun
convertibleness noun
convertibly adverb

convertible

2 of 2

noun

plural convertibles
: something convertible
especially : a convertible automobile compare roadster sense 1a

Examples of convertible in a Sentence

Adjective The bonds are convertible into stock.
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Adjective
For a convertible option that gives you a little more flexibility, this is a nice price for the Yoga 7i 2-in-1 laptop. K. Thor Jensen, PC Magazine, 23 May 2026 This chic, all-white East-West bag is 80 percent off, and this convertible wristlet is just $53. Kaelin Dodge, InStyle, 21 May 2026
Noun
Dashcam video of Spears' arrest on the evening of March 4 begins with officers' pursuit of a driver speeding erratically in a black BMW convertible. Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 22 May 2026 The cars change — Oldsmobile Alero, Volvo S60, a misbegotten Mitsubishi convertible, a parade of Nissan Rogues that refuse to sync with Apple CarPlay — but the American road remains the same. Stephen Rodrick, Rolling Stone, 19 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for convertible

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Noun

1615, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of convertible was in the 14th century

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“Convertible.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/convertible. Accessed 27 May. 2026.

Kids Definition

convertible

1 of 2 adjective
con·​vert·​ible kən-ˈvərt-ə-bəl How to pronounce convertible (audio)
: capable of being converted : able to be changed in form or use
a sofa convertible into a bed
convertibility noun

convertible

2 of 2 noun
1
: something convertible
2
: an automobile with a top that can be raised, lowered, or removed
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