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Meaning of passably
The primary meaning of "passably" is to a fairly good or acceptable standard, but not exceptionally well.
Etymology of passably
The word "passably" has its roots in the Old French word "passer," meaning "to pass," and the suffix "-ably," which forms adverbs indicating manner
Historically, "passably" was used to describe something that is of a satisfactory standard, allowing it to "pass" as acceptable
Synonyms
adequately
sufficiently
fairly
reasonably
moderately
tolerably
acceptably
satisfactorily
decently
competently
moderately well
fairly well
reasonably well
sufficiently well
adequately well
passingly
tolerably well
acceptably well
decently well
competently well
middlingly
moderately well enough
fairly enough
reasonably enough
adequately enough
Definitions
- In a way that is fairly good or acceptable, but not exceptionally good
- * To a standard that is satisfactory, but not excellent
Usage Examples
- The hotel room was passably clean, but the bed was uncomfortable
- * She plays the piano passably, but her true talent is singing
- * The restaurant's food was passably good, but the service was slow