Kivívható

Kivívható is a Hungarian adjective used in theoretical or literary contexts to describe something that can be earned, deserved, or legitimately attained through merit or appropriate action. It denotes outcomes, recognitions, or statuses that arise from an agent’s effort or achievement rather than being granted without basis.

In usage, kivívható is often contrasted with descriptors such as kívánatos (desirable) or jogos (legitimate) to emphasize merit rather than mere desire or entitlement. The term is relatively uncommon in everyday speech and is more likely to appear in philosophical, ethical, or critical writing when discussing merit-based claims, rewards, or honors.

Etymology and nuance: the word is built from a root associated with earning or merit and the -ható suffix, which in Hungarian marks capability or possibility. Because kivívható is not a universally frequent term, it may be encountered mainly in academic prose or stylized writing. Common synonyms or close notions include érdemelhető (deserving) or megérdemelt (deserved), though each carries its own nuance.

Examples:

- A kivívható tisztelethez hosszú távú, érdemi teljesítmény szükséges. (A merit-based respect requires long-term, substantive performance.)

- Az intézmény kivívható elismerést ad minden olyan projektnek, amely bizonyíthatóan pozitív társadalmi hatást vált ki. (The institution grants a deserved recognition to projects that demonstrably produce a positive social impact.)

- A kivívható címhez a dolgozóknak következetesen magas színvonalú munkát kell nyújtaniuk. (To earn a merit-based title, employees must deliver consistently high-quality work.)

See also: kívánatos, érdemelhető, érdemelt, megérdemel.

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