'tolerably' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'tolerabilis,' where 'tolerare' meant 'to bear or endure.'

'tolerabilis' transformed into the Old French word 'tolerable,' and eventually became the modern English word 'tolerable' through Middle English.

Initially, it meant 'capable of being borne or endured,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'fairly good or satisfactory.'