Elegable vs. Eligible: What's the Difference?
Edited by Huma Saeed || By Sawaira Riaz || Published on October 15, 2023
"Elegable" is incorrect; the correct spelling is "Eligible," meaning qualified or entitled to participate or be chosen.
Which is correct: Elegable or Eligible
How to spell Eligible?
Elegable is Incorrect
Eligible is Correct
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Key Differences
To remember the correct spelling, “Eligible,” note the “igi” in the middle.
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Link the word to “eligibility” to recall the ‘i’ and ‘g’.
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Visualize and write the word repeatedly focusing on ‘eligible’ to reinforce correct spelling.
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Elegable and Eligible Definitions
Eligible
Eligible refers to having the right to do or obtain something; satisfying the appropriate conditions. Example
He is eligible to apply for the position.
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Oct 01, 2023
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Eligible
Eligible implies being qualified or worthy of being chosen. Example
She was deemed eligible for the scholarship.
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Eligible
Eligible means fit or qualified to be chosen, worthy. Example
The eligible candidate must have a specific set of skills.
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Eligible
Eligible represents being suitable or fit to be elected. Example
Several eligible nominees are being considered.
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Eligible
Qualified or entitled to be chosen
Eligible to run for office.
Eligible for retirement.
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Eligible
Desirable and worthy of choice, especially for marriage
An eligible bachelor.
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Eligible
Allowed to and meeting the necessary conditions required to participate in or be chosen for something
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Eligible
That may be selected; proper or qualified to be chosen; legally qualified to be elected and to hold office.
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Eligible
Worthy to be chosen or selected; suitable; desirable; as, an eligible situation for a house.
The more eligible of the two evils.
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Eligible
Qualified for or allowed or worthy of being chosen;
Eligible to run for office
Eligible for retirement benefits
An eligible bachelor
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Eligible
Eligible denotes having satisfied the prerequisites or conditions required for a specific benefit or opportunity. Example
The program is available to all eligible participants.
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FAQs
Which vowel is used before Eligible?
The vowel “i” is used before Eligible, as in "an eligible."
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What is the verb form of Eligible?
Eligible is an adjective and does not have a verb form.
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What is the root word of Eligible?
The root of Eligible is the Latin word “eligere” meaning to choose or select.
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Oct 15, 2023
Which preposition is used with Eligible?
The preposition “for” is often used with Eligible, as in “eligible for.”
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What is the plural form of Eligible?
Eligible is an adjective and does not have a plural form.
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What is the pronunciation of Eligible?
Eligible is pronounced as /ˈɛlɪdʒɪbəl/.
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Is Eligible a negative or positive word?
Eligible is generally considered a neutral or positive word.
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Why is it called Eligible?
It is called Eligible to denote that a person or thing meets specific conditions or qualifications.
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Which conjunction is used with Eligible?
No specific conjunction is inherently used with Eligible; it depends on sentence structure.
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What is the singular form of Eligible?
Eligible is an adjective and does not have a singular form.
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Oct 15, 2023
Is Eligible a countable noun?
No, Eligible is not a noun and therefore is not countable.
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Oct 15, 2023
Which determiner is used with Eligible?
Determiners like “any” or “some” can be used with Eligible.
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What is the third form of Eligible?
Eligible remains the same; it does not have different forms.
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Oct 15, 2023
Is the Eligible term a metaphor?
No, Eligible is not typically used as a metaphor.
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Oct 15, 2023
What is the second form of Eligible?
Eligible does not have different forms as it’s an adjective.
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Oct 15, 2023
What is a stressed syllable in Eligible?
The first syllable “El” is stressed in Eligible.
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Is Eligible a vowel or consonant?
The word Eligible contains both vowels and consonants.
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Oct 15, 2023
What is the opposite of Eligible?
The opposite of Eligible could be “ineligible” or “unqualified.”
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What is the first form of Eligible?
Eligible is an adjective and does not have forms.
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How is Eligible used in a sentence?
"After reviewing her qualifications, the committee found her to be an eligible candidate for the scholarship."
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Sawaira RiazSawaira is a dedicated content editor at difference.wiki, where she meticulously refines articles to ensure clarity and accuracy. With a keen eye for detail, she upholds the site's commitment to delivering insightful and precise content.
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