- 1(of a theory, an opinion, etc.) easy to defend against attack or criticism a tenable position The old idea that this work was not suitable for women was no longer tenable. opposite untenable
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- 2[not before noun] (of a job, position, etc., especially in a university) that can be held for a particular period of time The lectureship is tenable for a period of three years.
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