Perceptibleable to be noticed by the senses describes something that can be noticed, seen, heard, or otherwise detectedfound or identified by careful observation. It is often used for changes, movements, sounds, or feelings that are not huge, but are still noticeableeasy enough to see, hear, or feel.
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Pronunciation
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Accent: General American English
IPA: /pər-SEP-tə-bəl/
Easy pronunciation: per-SEP-tuh-buhl (approximate spelling).
Stress: Primary stress on the second syllable: SEP.
Uses the adjective meaning easily seen or detected.
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Perceptible Meaning
noticeable; able to be detected
Part of speech: adjective
Definition: easily seen or detected
Example: There was a perceptible change in her tone after the meeting started.
Synonyms for this meaning:
- detectable — A direct substitute when something can be noticed or measured.
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Other Meanings of Perceptible
Meaning 2
able to be noticed by the senses or understood
Part of speech: adjective
Definition: capable of being perceived by the mind or senses
Example: A perceptible sense of tension filled the room.
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Perceptible Synonyms
Similar Meaning
- detectable
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Common Mistakes
- People sometimes use perceptible when they mean impossible to notice; the opposite is imperceptible.
- It usually describes something noticeable in a small or moderate way, not something dramatic.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does perceptible mean?
Perceptible means noticeable or able to be detected by the senses or the mind.
What is a simple synonym for perceptible?
Detectable is a good synonym in many contexts, especially when something can be noticed or measured.
Is perceptible the same as imperceptible?
No. Perceptible means noticeable, while imperceptible means too small or faint to notice.
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