Correct spelling, explanation: the word believable is created by adding the adjective suffix able to the base word believe. In the process, the ending e in believe is removed. There are instances of words where ea stands together (changeable), but generally, if it’s possible it’s more intuitive to let go of the e and this is what happens in most cases similar to this one.
Definition of believable:
Adjective
1. Realistic, possible to believe, plausible
His explanation was not perfect but it was at least believable.
They felt that his story was not quite believable.
Incorrect spelling, explanation: the form believeable might seem like it makes sense based on the original word and the suffix, but it’s not correct simply because the fewer silent letters – the easier it is to write and more intuitive to read. Considering the fact that the e at the end of believe is silent anyway, it can be deleted.
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can you, then, explain why the E is not dropped in “unbelieveable”?
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