tenable

/ˈtɛn.ə.bəl/

adjective

  1. 1

    (of a theory, argument, etc.) capable of being maintained or justified; well-founded

    Back in the 1800s, many did not consider Darwin's theory of evolution to be tenable at all.
  2. 2

    Capable of being defended against assault or attack; defensible

  3. 3

    Fit for habitation, similar, or related use.

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