bearable
pronunciation
How to pronounce bearable in British English:
UK [ˈbeərəbl]
How to pronounce bearable in American English:
US [ˈberəbl]
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- Adjective:
- capable of being borne though unpleasant
Word Origin
- bearable (adj.)
- "endurable," mid-15c., from bear (v.) + -able. Related: Bearably.
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Example
- 1. Weak returns are bearable if the market grows and the rules are clear .
- 2. Sometimes it is very hot , but it is bearable .
- 3. Under such a dire threat , no sane lender would consider offering money on bearable terms .
- 4. Refinancing makes negative equity more bearable but it does not reduce it .
- 5. In some cases , the woman 's family and friends may act as if the abuse is bearable or deny its existence altogether .