relatable

adjective

Definition of relatablenext
as in sympathetic
US possible to understand because of being like something you have known, experienced, etc. The show has likable characters in relatable situations.

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Recent Examples of relatable Because while deadbots may feel unfamiliar, the impulse behind them is deeply relatable. — Lissa Soep, Vox, 17 Oct. 2026 Chris Evans strikes a fine balance in this film between totally narcissistic and insufferable and also weirdly relatable. — Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 16 Oct. 2026 What’s the most relatable movie, book, podcast, or TV show about motherhood? — Anna Moeslein, Glamour, 14 Oct. 2026 For Calandrelli, the role represents another extension of a career dedicated to making space exploration relatable and exciting for the next generation. — Josh Dinner, Space.com, 13 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for relatable
Recent Examples of Synonyms for relatable
  1. sympathetic
  2. understandable
  3. recognizable
  4. such
  5. similar
  6. familiar
Adjective
  • Amy Adams’s Chrissie is more sympathetic and less interesting.
    — Natasha O'Neill, Vanity Fair, 22 Oct. 2026
  • The investment in Sasha and Morgan has almost outgrown that of Joanne and Noah, and Lupe is sympathetic to the cause.
    — Leigh Nordstrom, Footwear News, 22 Oct. 2026
Definition of sympathetic
Adjective
  • The guardedness is understandable, as the threat of poaching is still everywhere.
    — Samantha Falewée, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Oct. 2026
  • Songwriters on Process Songwriters on Process zeroes in on the writing more than the song, understandable given its host, Ben Opipari, holds a PhD in English language and literature.
    — Lily Moayeri, Rolling Stone, 18 Oct. 2026
Definition of understandable
Adjective
  • But part of our enjoyment, as an audience, is watching some of Britain’s most recognizable names turn into bloodthirsty killing machines.
    — Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 29 Oct. 2026
  • His instantly recognizable graphic style, built on stark contrasts, bold colors and commanding portraits, has become a fixture of contemporary visual culture.
    — Chad Radford, AJC.com, 28 Oct. 2026
Definition of recognizable
Adjective
  • This technology would not exist without the development of quantum mechanics over a century ago and many discoveries about fundamental ideas, such atoms and electrons.
    — Mattanjah de Vries, Chicago Tribune, 28 Oct. 2026
  • Meanwhile, there will be heavy pressure on Eisenkot to reach a deal with the Arab parties, while Netanyahu and his allies are likely to cast any such alliance as illegitimate and even treasonous.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 28 Oct. 2026
Definition of such
Adjective
  • But his planning doesn’t mean that the tax would survive the courts, and in any case, not every billionaire will necessarily make similar arrangements.
    — Ramesh Ponnuru, Washington Post, 27 Oct. 2026
  • Garshick told Prevention that stacking actives carries similar risks.
    — Samantha Agate, Kansas City Star, 26 Oct. 2026
Definition of similar
Adjective
  • Keep your eye on what gives you more freedom, not just what feels familiar.
    — Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 28 Oct. 2026
  • Because the team that won the 2026 NBA championship weathered a storm that feels all-too familiar in a 0-3 start to their reign as NBA champions this season.
    — Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 27 Oct. 2026
Definition of familiar

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