TOLERABLY

acceptably, tolerably, so-so

(adverb) in an acceptable (but not outstanding) manner; “she plays tennis tolerably”

Source: WordNet® 3.1

Etymology

Adverb

tolerably (comparative more tolerably, superlative most tolerably)

In a tolerable manner; to an extent that can be tolerated.

(dated) Reasonably; acceptably; somewhat.

Source: Wiktionary

TOLERABLE

Tol"er*a*ble, a. Etym: [L. tolerabilis: cf. F. tolérable. See Tolerate.]

1. Capable of being borne or endured; supportable, either physically or mentally. As may affect tionearth with cold and heat Scarce tolerable. Milton.

2. Moderately good or agreeable; not contemptible; not very excellent or pleasing, but such as can be borne or received without disgust, resentment, or opposition; passable; as, a tolerable administration; a tolerable entertainment; a tolerable translation. Dryden.

– Tol"er*a*ble*ness, n.

– Tol"er*a*bly, adv.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition