LEGIBLE Synonyms: 26 Similar and Opposite Words

legible

adjective

ˈle-jə-bəl

Definition of legible

as in understandable

capable of being understood an anxious mood that was clearly legible upon her face

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Recent Examples of legible The Congress wanted an official, legible document. — Amy Tikkanen Britannica Editors June 22, Encyclopedia Britannica, 22 June 2026 Egyptologists add context beyond guidebook facts, translating dynasties, iconography, and political intrigue into something legible on the ground. — Condé Nast Traveler, 25 June 2026 Sarnoski shoots everything with overwhelming but legible intensity, neither shying away from the violence nor making an effort to glorify it, and Jackman is similarly stoic in his performance. — David Sims, The Atlantic, 17 June 2026 Unlike the original Declaration of Independence, which is so faded today that John Hancock’s iconic signature is barely legible, the engraving on display in Miami is what the document actually looked like at the time it was signed. — Amanda Rosa, Miami Herald, 18 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for legible

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The comments provide additional context for a return that has included both encouraging signs and understandable growing pains.

— Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 4 July 2026
The idea remains fan speculation rather than reported fact, but her announcement history makes the urge to investigate understandable.

— Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 2 July 2026

Definition of understandable

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The research behind scent training for dogs A growing body of evidence suggests that scent work is one of the most effective and accessible forms of enrichment available for anxious dogs.

— Ryan Brennan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 July 2026
Accessibility and Sustainability Accessibility seemed to me a priority of the hotel, which has three ADA rooms and features accessible elevators, wheelchair-friendly halls and restaurant entries, and a handicap lift for the pool.

— Kathryn Romeyn, Travel + Leisure, 7 July 2026

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