Meaning of the word penetrable in English

What does penetrable mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

penetrable

US /ˈpen.ə.trə.bəl/
UK /ˈpen.ɪ.trə.bəl/

Adjective

1.

able to be entered or passed through

Example:
The fortress was thought to be impenetrable, but the enemy found a weak spot.
The dense fog made the forest barely penetrable.
2.

able to be understood or comprehended

Example:
His complex theory was barely penetrable to the average student.
The meaning of the ancient text remained largely impenetrable.