Definition

The quality or state of being clear enough to be understood.

Example

The intelligibility of her speech improved after she practiced more.

Conversation

I was listening to that podcast, and the intelligibility was amazing.

Really? I hate it when I can’t understand what they’re saying.

Exactly! Good intelligibility makes such a difference in enjoying it.

For sure! It’s so frustrating when the audio is unclear.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Intelligibility is formed from "intelligere" (meaning to understand) and the suffix "-bility" (meaning the quality of). The word refers to the quality of being understandable or comprehensible.

Memory Tip

Think of 'understanding' ('intelligere') as the core of the word, and remember that 'intelligibility' means the quality of being understandable.

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