Definition

The condition of being able to be endured or tolerated without too much discomfort.

Example

The sufferableness of the situation allowed us to continue working despite the challenges.

Conversation

I can't believe how hot it is today.

I know! The sufferableness of this heat is unreal.

Right? I feel like I'm melting out here.

Exactly! I wish we could just find some shade.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Sufferableness → It is formed from "suffer" (from Old French *sofre*, meaning to bear or endure) and the suffix "-able" (meaning capable of) combined with "-ness" (meaning the state of). The word refers to the state of being capable of being endured or tolerated.

Memory Tip

Think of the ability to 'bear' or 'endure' something ('suffer') and how that relates to being in a state of that ability ('-ness'). This helps you remember that 'sufferableness' means the state of being bearable.

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