Understandably
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech adverb
Quick meaning: Understandably is an adverb meaning For reasons that are easy to understand or sympathise with.
Meaning
For reasons that are easy to understand or sympathise with.
More Meanings
- In an understandable manner.
Example Sentences
Understandably, he was too embarrassed to speak.
Embarrassed, he understandably refused to speak.
He was understandably embarrassed, and could not speak.
When presenting in front of the class, take care to speak clearly and understandably.
Synonyms for understandably
Depending on context, synonyms include clearly, intelligibly.
Antonyms for understandably
Common opposites include unintelligibly, ununderstandably.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include intelligibly, clearly, comprehensibly, understandable, sensibly, comprehensible.
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