as in understandable
capable of being understood
acts of vandalism that were committed for no fathomable reason
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Recent Examples of fathomable
Federal agents have mobilized so aggressively that their impact is fathomable only to those on the receiving end of it, and to the local police officers overwhelmed by it.
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Isaac Stanley-Becker, The Atlantic, 30 Jan. 2026
Content creators amplifying his message have reached hundreds of millions across every fathomable platform.
—Taylor Lorenz, HollywoodReporter, 5 Nov. 2025
At the time of the murders, that would not have even been fathomable.
—Katie Campione, Deadline, 26 Sep. 2025
Isaac Stanley-Becker, The Atlantic, 30 Jan. 2026
Content creators amplifying his message have reached hundreds of millions across every fathomable platform.
—Taylor Lorenz, HollywoodReporter, 5 Nov. 2025
At the time of the murders, that would not have even been fathomable.
—Katie Campione, Deadline, 26 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fathomable
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Wagner already missed 48 games during the regular season while working his way back from injury, and the caution surrounding his current calf strain is understandable given the risk associated with rushing that type of issue.—
Mike Bianchi,
The Orlando Sentinel,
30 Apr. 2026
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It is often discussed in terms of leverage, supply and pricing — understandable, given its role in the global economy.—
Atom Ariola,
Mercury News,
30 Apr. 2026
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Developed from firsthand experience in emergency response, its mission is to make critical information, such as utility shutoffs, appliance details, and maintenance records, accessible and shareable among those who rely on it.—
Malana VanTyler,
USA Today,
29 Apr. 2026
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Kirah is an astrologer, educator, and creative consultant who is passionate about facilitating accessible astrological education and programming.—
Steph Koyfman,
Condé Nast Traveler,
29 Apr. 2026
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“Fathomable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fathomable. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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