as in understandable
capable of being understood
speculation on the odds that a communication from a far-off planet would be intelligible
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Recent Examples of intelligible
With jackzebra’s seemingly gibberish flows and Bloodz Boi’s slightly more intelligible hooks, however, cutspace has finally found a duo that can hold their own on his beats.
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James Gui, Pitchfork, 17 Apr. 2026
The remark was not, however, intelligible in the media room, where the ceremony was streamed live.
—Jake Kanter, Deadline, 23 Feb. 2026
Several shouts were audible during the first part of the ceremony, although what was said wasn’t intelligible to an Associated Press reporter in the press room.
—Dallas Morning News, 23 Feb. 2026
Several shouts were audible during the first part of the ceremony, although what was said wasn't intelligible to an Associated Press reporter in the press room.
—ABC News, 23 Feb. 2026
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James Gui, Pitchfork, 17 Apr. 2026
The remark was not, however, intelligible in the media room, where the ceremony was streamed live.
—Jake Kanter, Deadline, 23 Feb. 2026
Several shouts were audible during the first part of the ceremony, although what was said wasn’t intelligible to an Associated Press reporter in the press room.
—Dallas Morning News, 23 Feb. 2026
Several shouts were audible during the first part of the ceremony, although what was said wasn't intelligible to an Associated Press reporter in the press room.
—ABC News, 23 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for intelligible
Adjective
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Understanding the Turnover Challenge Many companies enter offshore hiring with understandable priorities.—
William Jones,
USA Today,
18 June 2026
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That concern is understandable.—
Kris Putnam-Walkerly,
Forbes.com,
18 June 2026
Adjective
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Accessibility While a number of rooms and the hot springs are accessible, many of the activities are not well suited for those with limited mobility.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
17 June 2026
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The boat ramp sits near a parking lot at the outer edge of a large peninsula, accessible by Joe Bald Road, which winds through several hundred acres of thick trees.—
Eric Adler,
Kansas City Star,
17 June 2026
Adjective
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Suddenly, Marjane succumbing to sorrow became achingly comprehensible.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
18 June 2026
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Kids will get the messages that Plensa espouses as quickly as adults, but this work is an easy, comprehensible introduction to how artists work, using surprising materials in inventive ways to make viewers consider the world differently.—
Ray Mark Rinaldi,
Denver Post,
7 June 2026
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“Intelligible.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/intelligible. Accessed 21 Jun. 2026.
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