Definition

The quality that makes a text easy to read and understand.

Example

The readability of the article improved after the author simplified the language.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about the readability of the articles we write?

Yeah, I think it's super important for keeping readers engaged.

Exactly! If the readability is low, people just lose interest.

Right! We should definitely focus on that in our next project.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Readability → It is formed from "read" (from Old English *rædan*, meaning to interpret or understand) and "-ability" (from Latin *abilitas*, meaning capability or quality of being). The word "readability" refers to the quality of being able to be read or understood easily.

Memory Tip

Think of the ability to 'interpret' ('read') something clearly — that's what 'readability' means.

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