Ilegible vs. Illegible: What's the Difference?
Edited by Huma Saeed || By Sawaira Riaz || Published on October 30, 2023
"Ilegible" is a misspelling, while "Illegible" is correct, meaning "not clear enough to read."
Which is correct: Ilegible or Illegible
How to spell Illegible?
Ilegible is Incorrect
Illegible is Correct
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Key Differences
Remember there's an 'il-' prefix in "illegible," similar to "illegal" and "illogical," indicating negativity.
Sawaira Riaz
Oct 30, 2023
Think of "legible," meaning readable, and then add 'il-' for the opposite.
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Oct 30, 2023
Associate the word with "legibility" but with 'il-' at the beginning to signify the negative form.
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Oct 30, 2023
The 'il-' prefix plus a recognizable root (-legible) can help reinforce the correct spelling.
Sara Rehman
Oct 30, 2023
Remember that "illegible" contains the idea of legality, so it's not just "legible" but has the 'i' and 'l' prefix indicating 'not.'
Sara Rehman
Oct 30, 2023
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Ilegible and Illegible Definitions
Illegible
Illegible means so poorly written or printed as to be unreadable
For example, The doctor's handwriting was illegible.
Sara Rehman
Oct 18, 2023
Illegible
Illegible refers to being difficult to decipher or interpret
E.g., The ancient script is illegible to modern readers.
Janet White
Oct 18, 2023
Illegible
Illegible signifies not being clear enough to be read
For example, Her signature is stylish but illegible.
Sara Rehman
Oct 18, 2023
Illegible
Illegible implies a lack of clarity or legibility in visuals
For instance, The sign was illegible from a distance.
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Oct 18, 2023
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Illegible
Illegible denotes something that can't be understood due to obscurity
For instance, The faded text was illegible.
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Oct 18, 2023
Illegible
Not clear enough to be read; unreadable; not legible or decipherable.
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Oct 13, 2023
Illegible
Incapable of being read; not legible; as, illegible handwriting; an illegible inscription.
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Oct 13, 2023
FAQs
Why is it called Illegible?
It's called "illegible" because of the Latin prefix "il-" meaning "not" combined with "legible," meaning readable, denoting something that cannot be read or deciphered.
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Oct 30, 2023
What is the singular form of Illegible?
"Illegible" is an adjective and only has one form.
Harlon Moss
Oct 30, 2023
Which article is used with Illegible?
Both "a" and "the" can be used depending on the sentence, as it's an adjective.
Sara Rehman
Oct 30, 2023
What is the verb form of Illegible?
"Illegible" is an adjective and does not have a verb form.
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Oct 30, 2023
What is the pronunciation of Illegible?
Illegible is pronounced as /iˈlejəbəl/.
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Oct 30, 2023
What is the plural form of Illegible?
Adjectives do not have plural forms; it’s "illegible" for singular and plural nouns.
Sara Rehman
Oct 30, 2023
Which preposition is used with Illegible?
Prepositions like "to" can be used (e.g., "illegible to me").
Janet White
Oct 30, 2023
Is Illegible a negative or positive word?
It's generally considered negative as it describes a lack of clarity or legibility.
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Oct 30, 2023
Which conjunction is used with Illegible?
There's no specific conjunction used with "illegible;" any can be used as appropriate to the sentence.
Sara Rehman
Oct 30, 2023
Is the Illegible term a metaphor?
Not by itself, but it can be used metaphorically in a broader context.
Harlon Moss
Oct 30, 2023
What is a stressed syllable in Illegible?
The stress is on the second syllable: "le."
Aimie Carlson
Oct 30, 2023
Which determiner is used with Illegible?
No specific determiner is used with "illegible;" it depends on the context.
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Oct 30, 2023
What is the second form of Illegible?
Adjectives don’t have multiple forms; it remains "illegible."
Sara Rehman
Oct 30, 2023
What is the third form of Illegible?
"Illegible" stays the same; it doesn’t have different forms.
Janet White
Oct 30, 2023
How is Illegible used in a sentence?
"The hastily written note was completely illegible."
Harlon Moss
Oct 30, 2023
Is Illegible a vowel or consonant?
"Illegible" is a word, not a letter, so it's neither a vowel nor a consonant.
Janet White
Oct 30, 2023
What is the first form of Illegible?
"Illegible" is an adjective and doesn’t have forms like verbs do.
Harlon Moss
Oct 30, 2023
Is Illegible an abstract noun?
No, it's an adjective describing a quality, not a noun.
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Oct 30, 2023
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Sawaira RiazSawaira is a dedicated content editor at difference.wiki, where she meticulously refines articles to ensure clarity and accuracy. With a keen eye for detail, she upholds the site's commitment to delivering insightful and precise content.
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