commutable

/kəˈmjuːtəbəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

capable of being commuted; able to be changed or replaced with something else, especially a less severe or less onerous form of punishment or service.

“The judge decided that the young offender was eligible for a commutable sentence, allowing him to serve his time in a rehabilitation program.”

2. noun

a place from which a person can easily travel to work or school by public transport, especially a place with good access to trains or buses.

“The city’s downtown area is a popular commutable location for commuters because of its proximity to public transportation hubs.”

Synonyms

  • commutable area
  • commuting distance
  • service area

Antonyms

  • incommutable
  • uncommutable