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Wordabulary

intelligible

Pronunciation
Adjective C1 Advanced

Quick answer

Able to be understood.

"His mumbled apology was barely intelligible over the phone."

Synonyms and antonyms

Synonyms

understandable clear

Antonyms

unintelligible incomprehensible

Test yourself

Which word fits the gap? "His mumbled apology was barely _____ over the phone."

Answer: intelligible

In your own words, what does "intelligible" mean?

Able to be understood.

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