unreadable
3 synonyms and 1 antonym for unreadable, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Impossible or very hard to make out because the handwriting or print is unclear.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
undecipherable
indecipherable
Antonyms
How to use unreadable
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
practically unreadable
dense and unreadable
Etymology
From un- ("not") plus readable.
Full origin of unreadable →Frequently asked questions
What does “unreadable” mean?
The word “unreadable” means impossible or very hard to make out because the handwriting or print is unclear. In plain terms, either literally too unclear to decipher, or so poorly written that no one wants to read it.
How do you use “unreadable” in a sentence?
Here is “unreadable” used in a sentence: “The doctor's handwriting was completely unreadable.”
What is the opposite of “unreadable”?
The opposite of “unreadable” — its antonyms — is readable.
What part of speech is “unreadable”?
“Unreadable” is an adjective.
How many meanings does “unreadable” have?
“Unreadable” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: impossible or very hard to make out because the handwriting or print is unclear.
