bearable

adjective

bear·​able ˈber-ə-bəl How to pronounce bearable (audio)
Synonyms of bearablenext
: capable of being borne
bearability noun
bearably adverb

Examples of bearable in a Sentence

He's in a great deal of pain, but the medication makes it bearable. the pain from a sprained ankle is annoying but bearable
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The county park is open through the last week in May and is closed for the summer months until Labor Day weekend, so visit while the weather is still bearable. Maura Fox, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 Feb. 2026 Think space-saving packing solutions, genius tech that keeps your devices alive when outlets are scarce, and comfort items that make economy feel a little more bearable. Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 22 Feb. 2026 The hockey, figure skating and speedskating venues in Milan are scattered on the fringes of the city, while central tourist attractions such as the Duomo and the Navigli have bearable levels of foot traffic. Sara Germano, Sportico.com, 16 Feb. 2026 When everyone is crying, when everyone is remembering, when everyone is hurting, there’s a sense of togetherness that makes the grief a little more bearable. Literary Hub, 11 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for bearable

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1557, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of bearable was circa 1557

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“Bearable.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bearable. Accessed 6 Mar. 2026.

Kids Definition

bearable

adjective
bear·​able ˈbar-ə-bəl How to pronounce bearable (audio)
ˈber-
: possible to bear

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