Meaning & Definition of word "Bearable"

Bearable

/ˈbɛərəbl/

adjective:

  • 1. Able to be endured or tolerated.
    • Example: The pain was intense, but with the right medication, it became bearable.
  • 2. Sufficiently good or acceptable; not too bad.
    • Example: Although the weather was not perfect, it was still bearable for a picnic.
  • 3. Not extreme; within limits that can be managed.
    • Example: The workload this week is bearable, unlike last week's overwhelming tasks.
  • 4. Tolerable in quality; manageable or reasonable.
    • Example: His performance was bearable, but I expected more for such a talented player.
  • 5. Of an intensity that can be tolerated or dealt with.
    • Example: The noise from the construction was bearable during the day but became unbearable at night.

Etymology

From the verb 'bear' combined with the suffix '-able' indicating capacity.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to make something bearable:

to do something to reduce the difficulty or unpleasantness.

bearable burden:

a weight or responsibility that can be tolerated.

bearable temperature:

a climate condition that is not too uncomfortable.

Related Words

bear:

to endure or tolerate something.

endure:

to withstand or carry on despite hardships.

tolerate:

to allow something to happen or exist without interference.

Slang Meanings of bearable

Meaning: Mellow

Example Sentence: After I had a few drinks, the situation felt way more mellow and bearable.

Meaning: Chill

Example Sentence: The way they were acting made everything so much more chill and bearable.