Definition

Able to be held or understood easily.

Example

The instructions were clear and graspable for everyone.

Conversation

Did you find the instructions for the project graspable?

Yeah, they were pretty clear and easy to follow.

I'm glad to hear that; sometimes they can be confusing.

Definitely! It's nice when things are graspable right from the start.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Graspable → It is formed from "grasp" (from Old English "græpsian", meaning to seize or take hold of) and "-able" (meaning capable of). The word "graspable" means capable of being seized or understood.

Memory Tip

Think of being able to 'seize' something ('grasp') — that's why 'graspable' means something that can be understood or taken hold of.

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