Meaning & Definition of word "Passable"
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Passable
/ˈpæsəbl/
adjective:
- 1. Able to be passed, crossed, or traversed; adequate but not exceptional.
- Example: The road was in passable condition despite the heavy rain.
- 2. Satisfactory but not outstanding; adequate.
- Example: Though the meal was passable, it didn't quite live up to the restaurant's reputation.
- 3. Good enough for a particular purpose.
- Example: Her performance was passable, sufficient to get her through the audition.
- 4. Capable of being accepted or tolerated.
- Example: He gave a passable excuse for being late to the meeting.
Etymology
From the verb pass + able, meaning able to be passed.
Common Phrases and Expressions
passable performance:
A performance that is good enough but not outstanding.
passable conditions:
Conditions that are adequate or sufficient for a particular purpose.
passable grades:
Grades that are just high enough to meet the minimum requirement.
Related Words
pass:
To move or go past something; to succeed in an examination.
passage:
A way through which one can pass, or a section of writing.
passive:
Not actively participating, but receiving or allowing what happens.
Slang Meanings of passable
Meaning: Just okay, not great.
Example Sentence: The movie was passable; I wouldn't watch it again.
Meaning: Mediocre quality.
Example Sentence: Her jokes are passable, but they rarely make me laugh.