单词 | tenable |
释义 | ten·ableBrE /ˈtenəbl/ NAmE /ˈtenəbl/ adjective (of a theory , an opinion , etc .理论、想法等) easy to defend against attack or criticism 说得过去的;站得住脚的◆ a tenable position 说得过去的观点◆ The old idea that this work was not suitable for women was no longer tenable . 认为这种工作不适合妇女的旧想法再也站不住脚了。OPP untenable[not before noun ](of a job , position , etc ., especially in a university 尤指大学中的工作、职位等) that can be held for a particular period of time 可保有,可保持,可担任(一段时间)◆ The lectureship is tenable for a period of three years . 讲师这一职务任期三年。 |
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