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The muddy path was still passable.
What does Passable mean?
Passable means good enough or able to be crossed.
Dictionary definition
Good enough to be accepted, or able to be traveled through.
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Her first draft was passable, but it needed more detail.
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A passable road can be used safely even if it is not perfect.
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WordPassable.
Partadjective.
MeaningPassable means good enough or able to be crossed.
ExampleExample: The muddy path was still passable.
Word breakdown
3 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- pas · uh · bul
- Strongest beat
- pas
- Ending
- bul
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on pas.
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Synonyms
Words like Passable
acceptableGood enough for a purpose.
usableAble to be used.
Antonyms
Opposite words
unacceptableNot good enough.
blockedNot open for travel or use.
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Passable word family
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passable
adverb
passably
In a way that is good enough.
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