Graspable: meaning, definitions and examples

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graspable

 

[ ˈɡræspəbəl ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

able to be understood

Capable of being understood or appreciated. Clear and easy to comprehend.

Synonyms

clear, comprehensible, intelligible, understandable.

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Word Description / Examples
graspable

Used when describing something that can be easily understood or physically held.

  • His explanation was graspable even to someone with no background in science.
  • The small toy was graspable for the toddler.
understandable

Used for describing something that can be easily understood, generally in everyday situations.

  • His feelings of frustration were understandable given the circumstances.
  • The user's guide is written in plain and understandable language.
comprehensible

Used to describe something that can be understood, usually in a more formal or academic context.

  • The lecture was comprehensible, even for students who were not familiar with the topic.
  • The manual is written in a comprehensible manner.
clear

Used when referring to something that is easy to see or understand, often without any ambiguity.

  • The instructions were clear, making the assembly process simple.
  • She spoke in a clear voice so that everyone could hear her.
intelligible

Used when talking about speech, writing, or thought that can be easily understood, often in more sophisticated or technical contexts.

  • Her speech was clear and intelligible to all the attendees.
  • The technical document was complex but ultimately intelligible.

Examples of usage

  • The concept was graspable even for beginners.
  • His explanation was so clear and graspable.

Translations

Translations of the word "graspable" in other languages:

🇵🇹 compreensível

🇮🇳 समझने योग्य

🇩🇪 begreifbar

🇮🇩 dapat dipahami

🇺🇦 зрозумілий

🇵🇱 zrozumiały

🇯🇵 理解できる

🇫🇷 compréhensible

🇪🇸 comprensible

🇹🇷 anlaşılabilir

🇰🇷 이해할 수 있는

🇸🇦 مفهوم

🇨🇿 pochopitelný

🇸🇰 pochopiteľný

🇨🇳 可理解的

🇸🇮 razumljiv

🇮🇸 skiljanlegur

🇰🇿 түсінікті

🇬🇪 გასაგები

🇦🇿 anlaşılan

🇲🇽 comprensible

Etymology

The word 'graspable' is derived from the verb 'grasp,' which comes from the Old English word 'græpsan' meaning 'to seize.' The suffix '-able' is added to indicate that something can be grasped or understood. In modern usage, 'graspable' is commonly used to describe concepts, ideas, or information that is easily understood or appreciated.

See also: grasp, grasped, grasper, grasping.