Meaning & use
bearable
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Able to be endured or tolerated, even if unpleasant.
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The medication made the pain bearable enough for her to go back to work.
A good playlist made the long commute bearable.
A note on using this word
Usually implies something is difficult or unpleasant but still manageable, rather than easy or enjoyable.
Words with a similar meaning
tolerableendurable
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