Legivelmente

Legivelmente is a Portuguese adverb that denotes the manner of making text readable. It derives from the adjective legível, meaning something that can be read easily. As an adverb, legivelmente is used to describe actions—how something is written, printed, or presented—so that it can be read without difficulty.

Etymology: legivelmente comes from legível (from Latin legibilis) plus the adverbial suffix -mente, which forms many abstract or circumstantial adverbs in Portuguese.

Usage: In writing instruction, typography, and document design, legivelmente describes the goal of clarity. It is common to say “Escreva legivelmente” (write legibly) or “O relatório deve ser apresentado legivelmente” (the report should be presented legibly).

Distinctions: legível is an adjective describing a text’s readability; legibilidade (or legibilidade) is the noun for readability or legibility. The related terms are often used in usability contexts, such as typography, interface design, and signage, where legibilidade is a central concern.

See also: legibilidade; legível.