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
This convertible Corvette Grand Sport features an interior adorned in the color Santorini Blue Dipped. Lawrence Ulrich, Robb Report, 26 Mar. 2026 The complex will also have about 90,000 square feet of outdoor athletics space, including the convertible soccer field and pickleball courts. Nathan Pilling march 25, Kansas City Star, 25 Mar. 2026
Noun
The South Florida man, who bears more than a striking resemblance to Jeffrey Epstein, was cruising down I-95 in his convertible about a week ago when a passerby whipped out his phone. Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 25 Mar. 2026 And parked right in front was, of course, the same black Ford Mustang convertible with its HM 20 plate that Cyrus was previously spotted driving around Malibu. Lyndsey Havens, Billboard, 24 Mar. 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 29 Mar. 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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