interchangeable

adjective

in·​ter·​change·​able ˌin-tər-ˈchān-jə-bəl 

: capable of being interchanged

especially : permitting mutual substitution

interchangeable parts

interchangeability

ˌin-tər-ˌchān-jə-ˈbi-lə-tē 

noun

interchangeableness

ˌin-tər-ˈchān-jə-bəl-nəs 

noun

interchangeably

ˌin-tər-ˈchān-jə-blē 

adverb

Synonyms of interchangeable

• exchangeable
• substitutable

Examples of interchangeable in a Sentence

the concept of interchangeable parts revolutionized the mass production of manufactured goods

Recent Examples on the Web

Napa leather linings, a cabochon clasp inlaid with white mother-of-pearl, and interchangeable silk tassels available in 12 colors to encourage customers’ personalization rounded out the style. — Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 7 Oct. 2026

The best multi-stylers bundle several styling jobs into one device, using interchangeable attachments to curl, smooth, straighten, volumize, and, in some cases, take hair from wet to dry. — Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 7 Oct. 2026

Second, consumers are learning that oral and topical products are not interchangeable. — Hanna Wickes, Kansas City Star, 7 Oct. 2026

As models are becoming more interchangeable, data orchestration becomes the strategic capability. — Harsh Verma, Forbes.com, 2 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for interchangeable

• exchangeable
• unchangeable
• changeable