Synonyms for

Readable

Verb / ˈri:dʌbʌl / Another word for readable — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

able to be read or understood

Synonyms & similar words

clear decipherable legible comprehensible intelligible understandable coherent clear graspable decipherable lucid explicit plain perspicuous apprehensible unambiguous conspicuous readworthy scrutable discernible readily

Synonyms by register

Formal

legible clear comprehensible

Informal

easy to read clear understandable

Literary

lucid perspicuous

Antonyms

illegible unreadable indecipherable obscure incomprehensible unintelligible

Common collocations

  • easy to read
  • difficult to read
  • hard to read
  • readable text
  • readable font
  • readable style
  • barely readable

Word family

noun readability
adjective readable
adverb readably

Usage note

Primarily used to describe text or handwriting that is easy to understand or decipher. Can also refer to a book or piece of writing that is engaging and enjoyable to read.

Example sentences

  1. The font in the book was large and readable.
  2. The instructions on the shampoo bottle were not very readable.
  3. The teacher made sure to write in a readable way on the board.
  4. The website had a lot of information, but it was organized in a readable way.
  5. The letter from the principal was very readable and easy to understand.

Quotes

  • 'A classic is a book that has never finished saying what it has to say.' - Italo Calvino
  • 'The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you'll go.' - Dr. Seuss
  • 'A book is a dream that you hold in your hands.' - Neil Gaiman

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