Definitions

readable

[ree-duh-buhl] / ˈri də bəl /

ADJECTIVE

understandable, legible

Synonyms

STRONGEST

coherent comprehensible lucid precise straightforward

WEAK

clear decipherable distinct explicit flowing fluent graphic intelligible orderly plain regular simple smooth tidy unequivocal unmistakable

Antonyms

STRONGEST

unintelligible

WEAK

disgusting illegible unreadable

ADJECTIVE

pleasurable to peruse

Synonyms

STRONGEST

absorbing amusing appealing eloquent engaging engrossing enjoyable entertaining enthralling fascinating gripping interesting rewarding satisfying well-written worthwhile

WEAK

brilliant clever easy exciting gratifying ingenious inviting pleasant pleasing relaxing smooth stimulating

Antonyms

STRONGEST

boring dull repulsive tiring unfunny uninteresting unpleasant

WEAK

disgusting illegible unintelligible unreadable

Example Sentences

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But the destination is still readable, and an ISP will know you visited that website, whether or not it uses HTTPS.

From Salon • Jun. 2, 2026

He said the region preserves a readable geologic record with strong age control for deposits ranging from about 2.3 to 2.95 million years ago.

From Science Daily • May 16, 2026

The Berkshire proxy is readable and runs less than 20 pages and compares with the 100-plus page tomes that most big companies issue.

From Barron's • Mar. 16, 2026

Using a special encryption code, the operatives could translate the numerals into a readable message.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 10, 2026

Now the shadows become regular; the lattices generate ordered and readable silhouettes.

From "The Gene" by Siddhartha Mukherjee

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