Word
navigable
Phoneticsnav·i·ga·ble
US/ˈnævəɡəbəɫ/
UK/nˈævɪɡəbəl/
Definition
adj. easy to use or understand. You use this to describe a website, a map, or a system that is not confusing.
adj. capable of being easily navigated or understood. Often describes digital interfaces, physical spaces, or complex systems that allow for smooth movement or clear direction.
Examples
“The website is very navigable and easy to use.”
“The city's new subway system is highly navigable, with clear signs and helpful maps at every station.”
“A well-designed software interface must be both intuitive and navigable, ensuring that even novice users can complete complex tasks without becoming frustrated by the layout.”
Examples
simple
“The website is very navigable and easy to use.”
contextual
“The city's new subway system is highly navigable, with clear signs and helpful maps at every station.”
complex
“A well-designed software interface must be both intuitive and navigable, ensuring that even novice users can complete complex tasks without becoming frustrated by the layout.”
Real-World Examples
“A paddleboarder enjoys the serene, navigable waterways at Silver Springs State Park near Ocala, Florida.” Etymology
From Middle French navigable, from Latin navigabilis.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
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