adj
legible
LEHD-zhuhbl
Legible (adj) means Clear enough to be read easily, especially handwriting or print. Example: “His handwriting was barely legible after the accident.”
adj
1
Clear enough to be read easily, especially handwriting or print.
"His handwriting was barely legible after the accident."
"Make sure the font is legible before printing the poster."
"Despite hardly having any energy to lift a pen, she left a legible note on the paper."
How to use legible
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishEasy enough to read clearly.
Common mistake
Don't confuse with "eligible," which means qualified or entitled, not readable.
Easily confused with
Common pairings
barely legible
clearly legible
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Word forms
- Comparative
- more legible
- Superlative
- most legible
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His handwriting was barely _____ after the accident.
Etymology
From Late Latin legibilis, "able to be read," from Latin legō, "to read."
Antonyms
illegible
Rhymes for legible
Bible
edible
visible
audible
fungible
feasible
tangible
possible
flexible
gullible
sensible
terrible
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Frequently asked questions
What does “legible” mean?
The word “legible” means clear enough to be read easily, especially handwriting or print. In plain terms, easy enough to read clearly.
How do you pronounce “legible”?
“Legible” is pronounced LEHD-zhuhbl (/ˈlɛd͡ʒəbl/ in IPA).
How do you use “legible” in a sentence?
Here is “legible” used in a sentence: “His handwriting was barely legible after the accident.”
What part of speech is “legible”?
“Legible” is an adjective.
Where does the word “legible” come from?
The word “legible” comes from Late Latin. From Late Latin legibilis, "able to be read," from Latin legō, "to read.".
