Want to say tolerably differently? Here are other words for tolerably and its similar synonyms and opposite words to say in unique way.
Meaning of tolerably
The primary meaning of "tolerably" is to a degree that is acceptable or bearable.
Etymology of tolerably
The word "tolerably" originates from the Latin "tolerare," which means to bear or endure, and the Old French "tolerer," with the same meaning.
Historically, the word has been used since the 15th century to describe something that is acceptable or bearable.
Synonyms
acceptably
adequately
fairly
passably
reasonably
sufficiently
moderately
decently
satisfactorily
competently
capably
efficiently
effectively
reasonably well
fairly well
moderately well
sufficiently well
adequately well
acceptably well
decently well
passably well
tolerably well
endurably
bearably
supportably
manageably
sustainably
livably
comfortably
pleasantly
agreeably
pleasantly
unobjectionably
Definitions
- In a way that is acceptable or bearable, although not very good
- * To a degree that is fairly good or satisfactory, although not excellent
Usage Examples
- The hotel room was tolerably clean, but the bed was uncomfortable.
- * She played the piano tolerably well, considering she had only been taking lessons for a few months.
- * The food at the restaurant was tolerably good, but the service was slow.
Antonyms
intolerably
unacceptably
inadequately
insufficiently
improperly
inadequately
poorly
badly
awfully
terribly
horribly
appallingly
atrociously
abysmally
unendurably
unbearably
unsustainably
unmanageably
uncomfortably
unpleasantly
disagreeably
objectionably