legible
/ˈlɛdʒɪb(ə)l
/adjective
(Of handwriting or print) clear enough to read: the original typescript is scarcely legible...
- This book has an attractive look to it, with a legible typeface and good layout.
- I stared at the note, wishing that the mystery person had more legible handwriting.
- Health staff must ensure all handwritten records are legible, dated and signed.
Synonyms
readable, easily read, easy to read, decipherable, easily deciphered, clear, distinct, plain, carefully written, neat, sharp, vivid, intelligible, understandable, comprehensible;
printed
Derivatives
legibly
/ adverb ...- The last entry in his little book showed the struggle of his shaking hand as he tried to write legibly.
- All of the forms in the packet must be legibly completed, and brought with you to the assessment.
- Those who can't even write their names legibly can still check out the Fringe Gallery downstairs.
Origin
Late Middle English: from late Latin legibilis, from legere 'to read'.