digestible

adjective

Definition of digestiblenext
1
as in absorbable

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2
as in comprehensible

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Recent Examples of digestible The only thing that might make the loss more digestible were the 37 points the Panthers put up. — Will Dehmel, Charlotte Observer, 13 Sep. 2026 But as this example illustrates, interpreting the benchmark scores can be technically complex, presenting a challenge for companies that want to show off the results to the public in a digestible format. — Emily Forlini, Fortune, 5 Sep. 2026 Macdonald has an incredible way of teaching complex concepts in digestible ways. — Jeff Howe, New York Times, 4 Sep. 2026 Animal proteins are generally more digestible than plant proteins, and cooking generally enhances protein digestibility. — Linda M. Boland, The Conversation, 21 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for digestible
Recent Examples of Synonyms for digestible
  1. absorbable
  2. comprehensible
  3. chewable
  4. intelligible
  5. edible
  6. understandable
  7. nutritious
  8. knowable
Adjective
  • Luckily, there have been technological advances in the form of absorbable mesh that can assist where the skin might not be able to.
    — Kara McGrath, Allure, 22 Sep. 2026
  • Formulated with DiCalcium Malate (DimaCal), a highly absorbable form of calcium, this premium supplement is designed to support strong bones and healthy muscle, nerve, and cardiovascular function.
    — Taylor Lane, Flow Space, 30 June 2026
Definition of absorbable
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  • The only problem is that the lyrics aren’t really more comprehensible than actual Katseye jams.
    — Bethy Squires, Vulture, 27 Sep. 2026
  • Without more straightforward approaches from vendors, such as easily comprehensible privacy policies and avoiding inappropriate ads, monitors are dangerously encroaching into smart-TV-like territory.
    — Scharon Harding, ArsTechnica, 24 Aug. 2026
Definition of comprehensible
Adjective
  • At Fleet Feet’s Columbus Circle store in New York, employees have noticed increased interest in moisture-wicking and cooling apparel, as well as high-electrolyte drink mixes, capsules and chewable tablets.
    — Nadia Neophytou, Chicago Tribune, 23 Aug. 2026
  • Dried khat leaves can also be made into tea or a chewable paste, or it can be smoked or consumed on food.
    — Bryan Lynn, CBS News, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of chewable
Adjective
  • Yet the jury’s inability to arrive at a verdict makes plain that a careful evaluation of the facts does not yield an easily intelligible conclusion.
    — Elizabeth Bruenig, The Atlantic, 4 Sep. 2026
  • The linchpin is the mysterious, barely intelligible Leeloo (Milla Jovovich), who happens to be the eponymous fifth (and most pivotal) element.
    — Declan Gallagher, Entertainment Weekly, 14 Aug. 2026
Definition of intelligible
Adjective
  • There could be uses in agriculture as well, for selectively enhancing edible parts of plants, Theriot said.
    — Quanta Magazine, Quanta Magazine, 9 Oct. 2026
  • Gourmand fragrances with their edible, dessert-like notes remain everywhere, but perfumer Alberto Morillas predicts the category is drifting toward something more complex.
    — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 7 Oct. 2026
Definition of edible
Adjective
  • The nuclear industry is historically cautious and risk averse—understandable given the possible catastrophic consequences of an accident or a mistake.
    — Andrew Moseman, IEEE Spectrum, 8 Oct. 2026
  • There is a subset of incoming college first year students, men and women, who find these organizations really appealing, and some of it is entirely understandable.
    — Richard Hall, Time, 7 Oct. 2026
Definition of understandable
Adjective
  • Round 200 volunteers help pack nutritious food for neighbors across the Northern Illinois Food Bank's 13-county service area.
    — Elyssa Kaufman, CBS News, 29 Sep. 2026
  • Practical Tips for Blood Sugar Management Apples and pears are both very nutritious fruits that can fit into diets requiring extra attention to blood sugar.
    — Lauren Panoff, Verywell Health, 28 Sep. 2026
Definition of nutritious
Adjective
  • The full scope of the outbreak — in the state and in the country — isn’t known or even knowable.
    — STAT, STAT, 2 Oct. 2026
  • In terms of knowable things, Affleck’s Artist Equity is also taking a swing at realining the economics of the industry to met the realities of changing tech and viewing habits, and keep people employed with reasonable return.
    — Dominic Patten, Deadline, 30 Sep. 2026
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“Digestible.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/digestible. Accessed 12 Oct. 2026.

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