Synonyms for

Understandably

Verb / ˌʌndɜ:ˈstændʌbli: / Another word for understandably — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

in a way that can be easily understood or explained

Synonyms & similar words

clearly intelligibly unintelligibly clearly easily intelligibly plainly simply readily comprehensibly conceivably feasibly plausibly possibly reasonably sensibly defensibly legitimately justifiably naturally inevitably predictably unavoidably

Synonyms by register

Formal

justifiably rationally reasonably plausibly

Informal

naturally obviously of course makes sense

Literary

fittingly aptly

Antonyms

unreasonably illogically strangely unexpectedly incomprehensibly unaccountably

Common collocations

  • understandably upset
  • understandably concerned
  • understandably frustrated
  • understandably difficult
  • understandably proud
  • understandably cautious
  • understandably eager

Word family

noun understanding
verb understand
adjective understandable

Usage note

This adverb indicates that a reaction or feeling is to be expected given the circumstances. It is generally used in neutral or slightly positive contexts.

Example sentences

  1. The teacher explained the lesson understandably so that the students could learn.
  2. The instructions on the game were understandably confusing.
  3. She was understandably upset when she found out she didn't get the job.
  4. The movie was understandably popular because it was funny and heartwarming.
  5. He spoke understandably slowly for his foreign audience.

Quotes

  • 'Understandably, no peace can sustain itself without justice; yet no justice can be secured without peace.' - Corazon Aquino
  • 'Understandably, no public official wants to be blamed for the death of a single American.' - Jo Bonner
  • 'Understandably, no one wants to pay more taxes.' - Cathy McMorris Rodgers

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