Definition

Able to be accepted or endured without too much difficulty; not great but acceptable.

Example

The weather was not perfect, but it was tolerable for a picnic.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

How was the food at that new restaurant you tried?

It was actually quite tolerable for a place that just opened.

That's good to hear! I was worried it might be really bad.

Yeah, I think it will get better as they settle in.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Tolerable → It is formed from "tolerare" (meaning to bear or endure) and the suffix "-able" (meaning capable of). The word "tolerable" means capable of being endured or accepted.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'tolerate' which means to bear something, and remember that 'tolerable' describes something that can be endured.

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