adjective
understandable
adjective
1
Able to be understood; clear.
"The teacher gave an understandable explanation of the tax system."
2
Reasonable given the circumstances, even if not ideal.
"Your frustration is completely understandable after such a long delay."
How to Use Understandable
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishEasy to make sense of, or reasonable to feel given the situation.
Common pairings
perfectly understandable
understandable reaction
Word Forms
more understandable comparative, most understandable superlative
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Etymology
From understand plus the suffix -able.