readable

adjective

read·​able ˈrē-də-bəl How to pronounce readable (audio)
Synonyms of readablenext
: able to be read easily: such as
a
b
: interesting to read
a highly readable novel
readability noun
readableness noun
readably adverb

Examples of readable in a Sentence

The travel guide is very readable.
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How the Constitution Actually Works As is with many aspects of Claude’s operation, the constitution is an English natural language document that’s readable and understandable by machines and people alike. Ron Schmelzer, Forbes.com, 22 Jan. 2026 Hyundai’s digital realm is both readable and nice-looking. Andrew P. Collins, The Drive, 21 Jan. 2026 In the spring of 2016, Acton and Koum introduced end-to-end encryption, which meant that messages and calls were readable only by their recipients. Sam Knight, New Yorker, 12 Jan. 2026 In follow-up videos, Dippel addressed questions about how the receipt remained readable after so many years. Ashley Vega, PEOPLE, 8 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for readable

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of readable was in the 15th century

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“Readable.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/readable. Accessed 28 Jan. 2026.

Kids Definition

readable

adjective
read·​able ˈrēd-ə-bəl How to pronounce readable (audio)
: able to be read easily
readability noun
readably adverb

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