as in fine
in a satisfactory way
although this sleeping bag works serviceably for summer camping, it won't do for wintertime outings
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Recent Examples of serviceably
Veteran quarterback Mac Jones played serviceably in Purdy's absence, leading San Francisco to a 5-3 record in his eight starts on the year.
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Reice Shipley, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 Nov. 2025
The animals are rendered serviceably, with generically cute faces and pleasantly detailed if sometimes implausible textures.
—Angie Han, HollywoodReporter, 1 Oct. 2025
Reice Shipley, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 Nov. 2025
The animals are rendered serviceably, with generically cute faces and pleasantly detailed if sometimes implausible textures.
—Angie Han, HollywoodReporter, 1 Oct. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for serviceably
Adverb
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If so, the Purosangue can serve just fine as a road trip stormer, truly super in ways unlike any other SUV on the market.—
Michael Teo Van Runkle,
Forbes.com,
29 Jan. 2026
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Some may find this a bit too fine-grained, overly implicated in language’s self-enfolding folds.—
Katie Kadue,
Harpers Magazine,
27 Jan. 2026
Adverb
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Young people have greater access to college at all levels and are prepared for good-paying jobs through apprenticeships.—
The Editorial Board,
Oc Register,
9 Jan. 2026
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There’s no shame in combining two colors that look berry good together.—
Essence,
Essence,
15 Dec. 2025
Adverb
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Add mushrooms and cook until tender and nicely browned, about 7 to 10 minutes (depending on size), stirring occasionally (reduce heat to low after mushrooms have browned nicely on one side).—
Cathy Thomas,
Oc Register,
26 Jan. 2026
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The hood fits nicely over a helmet without restricting peripheral vision, while a high-vis brim is a plus for night skiing.—
Benjamin Tepler,
Outside,
23 Jan. 2026
Adverb
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While flat structures work well in many systems, one-dimensional forms offer advantages in applications that require fast transport or mechanical reinforcement.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
30 Jan. 2026
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If its welfare state is too cushy, or its climate policies too green – well, nobody’s perfect.—
Christian Edwards,
CNN Money,
30 Jan. 2026
Adverb
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Did alright in the Championship (on loan to Burnley) last season but physicality is an issue.—
Tim Spiers,
New York Times,
2 Jan. 2026
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Things were looking alright for the Giants, who saw a huge momentum boost at the end of the first half with Minnesota looking set to go to the break with a 13-3 lead.—
Skyler Caruso,
PEOPLE,
22 Dec. 2025
Adverb
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One-on-one gatherings are my preference, but no more than a group of maybe four people at a time would be acceptably comfortable for me.—
R. Eric Thomas,
Denver Post,
28 Nov. 2025
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Others had difficulties getting the seat and water to remain at acceptably warm temperatures.—
BestReviews,
Chicago Tribune,
21 Aug. 2025
Adverb
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His housing policies catered to the wealthy and real estate elites, failed to adequately invest in public housing and lower-income neighborhoods and greatly increased the city’s affordable housing crisis.—
Voice of the People,
New York Daily News,
8 Jan. 2026
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Earlier on Thursday, Judge Curtis Faber rejected Weinstein's bid for a new trial in Haley's case, ruling juror complaints about decorum in the deliberation room were adequately addressed.—
Aaron Katersky,
ABC News,
8 Jan. 2026
Adverb
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The Vikings cruised to a quick score to open the game, but the Commanders responded with a drive that started out respectably.—
Nicki Jhabvala,
New York Times,
8 Dec. 2025
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Gonzalez fouled Brunson once but otherwise held up respectably against the Knicks star in his maiden shift.—
Zack Cox,
Boston Herald,
25 Oct. 2025
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“Serviceably.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/serviceably. Accessed 1 Feb. 2026.
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