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Fathomable: meaning, definitions and examples

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fathomable

 

[ ˈfaθ.ə.mə.bəl ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

understanding level

Fathomable refers to something that can be understood or comprehended. It is often used to describe concepts, ideas, or emotions that, despite their complexity, are within the ability of someone to grasp.

Synonyms

accessible, clear, comprehensible, intelligible, understandable

Examples of usage

  • The solution to the problem was fathomable after careful analysis.
  • Her motivations were not fathomable to him at first.
  • The depths of the ocean are fathomable, but still mysterious.
  • The author's reasoning was clear and fathomable.
  • The technology behind the device is fathomable with some research.

Translations

Translations of the word "fathomable" in other languages:

🇵🇹 compreensível

🇮🇳 समझ में आने योग्य

🇩🇪 verständlich

🇮🇩 terjangkau

🇺🇦 зрозумілий

🇵🇱 zrozumiały

🇯🇵 理解可能な

🇫🇷 compréhensible

🇪🇸 comprensible

🇹🇷 anlaşılabilir

🇰🇷 이해할 수 있는

🇸🇦 قابل للفهم

🇨🇿 pochopitelný

🇸🇰 pochopiteľný

🇨🇳 可理解的

🇸🇮 razumljiv

🇮🇸 skiljanlegur

🇰🇿 түсінікті

🇬🇪 გასაგები

🇦🇿 anlaşılan

🇲🇽 comprensible

Etymology

The word 'fathomable' originates from the Old English 'fæðm,' meaning 'to embrace' or 'to encircle.' Its early uses were associated with measuring the depth of water, as a fathom is a unit of length equal to six feet, primarily used in nautical contexts. Over time, the meaning evolved to convey the idea of understanding or comprehending something fully, as if one could measure its depth intellectually. This figurative use highlights the ability to grasp complex concepts, emotions, or ideas in a way that makes them clear and accessible. The transition from a literal measurement to a metaphorical term reflects the human experience of seeking clarity and understanding in various aspects of life.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #41,710, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.