As a lexical definition, the definition "'Intelligible' means not being unintelligible" may be criticized as:
A) Being negative.
B) Being too broad.
C) Being figurative.
D) Failing to convey the essential meaning of the word being defined.
E) Being too narrow.

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The definition is using a negative term ("not unintelligible") to define the word, which is not helpful in fully understanding the meaning of the word.

As a Lexical Definition, the Definition "'Intelligible' Means Not Being