Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
jailable
Adjective
/ˈdʒeɪələbəl/
Definition
Capable of resulting in imprisonment.
Examples
- The crime was serious and ultimately deemed jailable by the judge.
- Many people are unaware of the jailable offenses they might commit without knowing it.
- Reckless driving can sometimes lead to jailable consequences.
Meaning
The term ‘jailable’ refers to actions or offenses that are serious enough to warrant a jail sentence if a person is convicted.
Synonyms
- Imprisonable
- Detainable
- Confinable
