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Meaning of passable
The primary meaning of the word "passable" is something that is acceptable or satisfactory, but not exceptionally good.
Etymology of passable
The word "passable" has its roots in the Old French word "passable", derived from "passer", meaning "to pass", and the suffix "-able", which forms an adjective indicating a possibility or capability.
Historically, the term has been used since the 15th century to describe something that can be passed or traversed, and its meaning has evolved to include the notion of something being satisfactory or adequate.
Synonyms
acceptable
adequate
all right
average
bearable
decent
fair
good enough
mediocre
moderate
okay
reasonable
satisfactory
sufficient
tolerable
unremarkable
usable
viable
competent
fairly good
fairly satisfactory
middling
moderate
not bad
ordinary
pretty good
reasonable
so-so
standard
unexceptional
undistinguished
fairly acceptable
inbetween
intermediate
medium
middle-of-the-road
Definitions
- The word "passable" is defined by Oxford Languages as:
- * (of something, especially a road or a mountain pass) able to be crossed or traversed
- * (of a performance, effort, or achievement) satisfactory or adequate, although not exceptionally good
Usage Examples
- The road was passable, but the scenery was not very impressive.
- * Her cooking was passable, but not as good as her mother's.
- * The movie was passable, but it didn't live up to the hype.