understandably

adverb

un·​der·​stand·​ably ˌən-dər-ˈstan-də-blē 

: as can be easily understood : for understandable reasons

is understandably nervous

Examples of understandably in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Artists are understandably kind of skeptical or thinking a little bit. — Max Tani, semafor.com, 14 Aug. 2026

The Christian owners of Olympus Spa — a traditional Korean, women-only, nude spa — understandably don’t want them in their spa. — Jack Birle, The Washington Examiner, 13 Aug. 2026

In times of crisis, leaders understandably focus on near-term challenges such as funding, staffing and advocacy. — Charles E. Owubah, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2026

By Rick Steves Rick Steves’ Europe With a rich culture, friendly people, affordable prices, and a salty setting on the edge of Europe, Portugal understandably makes a rewarding destination for travelers. — Tribune Content Agency, Baltimore Sun, 12 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1921, in the meaning defined above