Synonyms for

Available

Verb / ʌˈveɪlʌbʌl / Another word for available — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

able to be used or obtained; at someone's disposal

Synonyms & similar words

usable useable uncommitted unavailable accessible attainable obtainable reachable usable handy ready usable vacant open free unoccupied unengaged unused spare approachable present

Synonyms by register

Formal

accessible obtainable procurable at hand

Informal

free up on hand ready

Literary

at one's disposal within reach

Antonyms

unavailable occupied busy inaccessible unobtainable taken

Common collocations

  • readily available
  • available for
  • available to
  • available now
  • available soon
  • available on
  • available at
  • available upon

Word family

noun availability
adjective available
adverb availably

Usage note

Often used with 'for' or 'to' to specify what the item or person is available for or to whom. Can sometimes be confused with 'affect' vs 'effect' in its broader sense of 'to be of use'.

Example sentences

  1. The movie is available on Netflix.
  2. The toy is available at the store.
  3. The tickets are available for purchase online.
  4. The restaurant has available tables for dinner.
  5. The job is available if you're interested.

Quotes

  • Opportunities are usually disguised as hard work, so most people don't recognize them. - Ann Landers
  • The best way to predict your future is to create it. - Abraham Lincoln
  • A goal without a plan is just a wish. - Antoine de Saint-Exupéry

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