What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
nonreadable
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The doctor's handwriting was nonreadable, and the pharmacist couldn't decipher the prescription. [nonreadable: adjective]
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The corrupted file was nonreadable, and I couldn't retrieve any data from it. [nonreadable: adjective]
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The ancient manuscript was written in a nonreadable script, and no one could translate it. [nonreadable: adjective]
unreadable
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The small font size made the text unreadable, and I had to zoom in to read it. [unreadable: adjective]
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The confidential report was password-protected and therefore unreadable to unauthorized personnel. [unreadable: adjective]
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The ancient manuscript was written in an unreadable script, and no one could decipher it. [unreadable: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Unreadable is more commonly used than nonreadable in everyday language and technical contexts.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between nonreadable and unreadable?
Both nonreadable and unreadable are similarly formal and can be used in technical or academic contexts.
