understandably

adverb

Meaning

In a way that is logical, expected, or easy to comprehend given the circumstances.

Examples

He was understandably upset when he lost his job after ten years of service.
The team was understandably disappointed by their narrow defeat in the final minutes.

Synonyms: naturally, logically, predictably, justifiably

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understandably

adverb

Pronunciation: /ˌʌndərˈstændəbli/

Definition

In a way that is logical, expected, or easy to comprehend given the circumstances.

Examples

He was understandably upset when he lost his job after ten years of service.
The team was understandably disappointed by their narrow defeat in the final minutes.
She was understandably cautious about investing her savings in such a volatile market.

Synonyms of understandably

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