intelligibly
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Definition
Adverb 1. In a way that can be understood; clearly and comprehensibly. - Describes the manner of speaking, writing, or presenting information so that the meaning is clear and easy to grasp.
Usage
The adverb "intelligibly" is used to describe how an action, typically communication, is performed. It emphasizes clarity and the successful transmission of meaning to a listener or reader.
Examples
- The professor explained the complex theory intelligibly, so even beginners could follow.
- After the technical issues were fixed, the radio broadcast came through intelligibly.
- Please state your name and address intelligibly for the official record.
- He was nervous, but he managed to present his argument intelligibly.
Advanced Usage
- "to render something intelligibly": to express or translate something in a comprehensible way.
- The software's task is to render raw data intelligibly for the average user.
Variants and Related Words
- Intelligible (adjective): Able to be understood; comprehensible.
- His handwriting was barely intelligible.
- Intelligibility (noun): The quality of being intelligible.
- The intelligibility of the announcement was poor due to the loud noise.
Synonyms
- Clearly
- Comprehensibly
- Understandably
- Coherently
- Lucidity (as "with lucidity")
Antonyms
- Unintelligibly
- Incoherently
- Indistinctly
Related Phrases
- To speak intelligibly: This is the most common collocation, emphasizing clear speech.
- For effective communication, it is essential to speak intelligibly.
Adverb
- in an intelligible manner
- the foreigner spoke to us quite intelligibly