Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

intelligibility

noun

/ɪnˌtɛl.ɪ.dʒɪˈbɪl.ɪ.ti/

Definition

The quality of being understandable or comprehensible.

Examples

The intelligibility of the speaker’s accent made it easy for the audience to follow along.
Improving the intelligibility of written material can help more readers grasp the concepts being discussed.

Meaning

Intelligibility refers to how clearly a message or speech can be understood by someone. It involves the clarity of the words used and the ease with which they can be processed by listeners.