# comprehensible

/ˌkɑmpɹiˈhɛnsəbəɫ/ (US) · /kˌɒmpɹɪhˈɛnsəbəl/ (UK) · CEFR B2 · Adjective

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/comprehensible
Updated: 2026-05-30

## Definition

easy to understand or explain. You use this to describe something that is clear and not confusing.

For teachers: capable of being understood or explained; clear and intelligible. Often used to describe language, instructions, or complex ideas.

## Examples

- The teacher gave a comprehensible explanation of the math problem.
- The software manual is written in a comprehensible way so that even beginners can follow the steps.
- While the theory is inherently complex, the author presents it in a comprehensible manner that avoids excessive jargon and technical footnotes.

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