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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 Their insistence on remaining in a honeymoon state in the face of tragedy should be relatable. — Jourdain Searles, HollywoodReporter, 14 Sep. 2026 For everyday users, Readiness may be the more relatable feature. — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 11 Sep. 2026 That so many images are simple, relatable scenes is intentional, Lewis says. — Eve Batey, Vanity Fair, 11 Sep. 2026 Set against Montreal’s unique culture and layered history, their coming-of-age story is distinctly local—and universally relatable. — Zac Ntim, Deadline, 11 Sep. 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
  • The three most prominent characters are charismatic and sympathetic in equal measure.
    — Siddhant Adlakha, Variety, 20 Sep. 2026
  • The allegations from Charles Spencer are damaging for King Charles and the royal family, but speaking to people outside Buckingham Palace on Friday morning, CBS News found many who were sympathetic to the monarch.
    — Holly Williams, CBS News, 18 Sep. 2026
Definition of sympathetic
Adjective
  • And since Bob hasn’t managed to elevate his station in the last 26 years, suffering the indignity of dealing with a much younger boss (Blake Anderson), his desperation is understandable.
    — Frank Scheck, HollywoodReporter, 17 Sep. 2026
  • MiniLED That Fits Into Everyday Home Viewing For mainstream households, making advanced display technology more accessible and understandable matters.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 16 Sep. 2026
Definition of understandable
Adjective
  • Sometimes an awakening is a catalyst of the breakup—the version of the self that entered the relationship is no longer recognizable.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 17 Sep. 2026
  • As Greta Gerwig leads Netflix viewers through the wardrobe with her take on Narnia, one major character will feature an instantly recognizable voice.
    — Glenn Garner, Deadline, 17 Sep. 2026
Definition of recognizable
Adjective
  • But the automotive industry has been a leading adopter of industrial robots for decades, with such robots typically being robotic arms installed at workstations and mobile robots that move components or materials around.
    — Jeremy Hsu, ArsTechnica, 22 Sep. 2026
  • Applegate’s new video has been met with love and support from such celebrities as Chelsea Handler and Vanessa Marcil and especially from fellow MS survivors, who praise her bravery and resilience.
    — Isabella Albaig, Vulture, 22 Sep. 2026
Definition of such
Adjective
  • Its board was drawn from the same captains of industry—bankers, retailers, insurance men—who would have occupied such positions in any similar synagogue.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 22 Sep. 2026
  • Simons and the Italian designer share a similar aesthetic hinged on modernism and occasionally futurism and even provocation.
    — Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 21 Sep. 2026
Definition of similar
Adjective
  • Such respectability politics are familiar to outsiders everywhere.
    — Sanjena Sathian, Vulture, 22 Sep. 2026
  • Whitley had just made the all-too-familiar drive home from Statesboro to Atlanta, just over three hours on Interstates 16 and 75.
    — Jack Leo, AJC.com, 22 Sep. 2026
Definition of familiar

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“Relatable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/relatable. Accessed 24 Sep. 2026.

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