governable etymology

Etymology:

• Governance (late 14th century): from governance, from Old French gouvernance (11th century), from gouverner (to govern), from Latin gubernare (to steer, to govern)
• -able (early 14th century): from Middle English -able, from Anglo-Norman French -able, from Old French -able, from Latin -abilis, from -ere (to be, existing)

Meaning:

Capable of being governed or controlled; manageable.

Origin:

The word "governable" is derived from the Latin word "gubernare," which means "to steer or govern." It was first used in English in the late 14th century and has since been used to describe people, situations, and objects that can be easily controlled or managed.

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