Synonyms of the word comprehensible

 Here are some synonyms of the word comprehensible:

• understandable
• clear
• intelligible
• lucid
• plain
• simple
• straightforward
• graspable
• apprehensible
• knowable
• fathomable
• decipherable

These synonyms can be used interchangeably in most cases, but there are some subtle differences in meaning. For example, understandable is the most general synonym and can be used to describe anything that is easy to understand. Clear and intelligible suggest that something is very easy to understand and has no ambiguity. Lucid and plain suggest that something is explained in a clear and concise way. Simple and straightforward suggest that something is easy to understand because it is basic and uncomplicated. Graspable, apprehensible, knowable, and fathomble suggest that something is within the reach of one's understanding, but it may require some effort to understand. Decipherable suggests that something is difficult to understand, but it is possible to figure it out with effort.

Here are some examples of how to use these synonyms in a sentence:

• The teacher's explanation was comprehensible even to the youngest students.
• The instructions were clear and easy to follow.
• The speaker's English was intelligible even to the non-native speakers in the audience.
• The scientific paper was well-written and lucid.
• The novel was a pleasure to read because the writing was so plain and simple.
• The detective was able to solve the case because he was able to decipher the cryptic clues.

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