relatable

adjective

re·​lat·​able ri-ˈlā-tə-bəl 

1

: able to be related

especially : able to be shown or established to have a causal or logical connection to something

Some of these linguistic simplifications are directly relatable to the loss of certain language functions …

—William A. Foley

2

US : able to be related to : possible to understand, like, or have sympathy for because of similarities to oneself or one's own experiences

a movie featuring strong but relatable characters

Thriftier threads can make high-rolling politicos and their wives seem more relatable.

—Roya Wolverson

relatability

ri-ˌlā-tə-ˈbi-lə-tē 

noun

He also maintained an outsized relatability, as the kind of guy who seemed more at ease with commoners than with any media elite.

—Richard Hoffer

Examples of relatable in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The films blend classic, relatable humor that spans generations, paired with the slapstick hijinks of the loveable Minions and just a lot of heart all mixed with a catchy soundtrack. —Kristina Behr, Parents, 1 July 2024

Reflecting on his career choices, Hardy looks for original scripts, relatable characters and roles that challenge him. —Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 28 June 2024

When Trump was speaking—always an opportunity for his opponent to convey a frank, relatable disbelief at the stream of lies that inevitably pours forth—Biden’s face was often frozen: wide eyes, vague expression, slack mouth. —Vinson Cunningham, The New Yorker, 28 June 2024

And there's a purity of spirit at the core of his stories that is compelling and relatable. —Nick Romano, EW.com, 27 June 2024

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1720, in the meaning defined at sense 1