perceptible
Americanadjective
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capable of being perceived; recognizable; appreciable.
a perceptible change in his behavior.
- Synonyms:
- apparent, discernible
adjective
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able to be perceived; noticeable or recognizable
Other Word Forms
- nonperceptibility noun
- nonperceptible adjective
- nonperceptibleness noun
- nonperceptibly adverb
- perceptibility noun
- perceptibleness noun
- perceptibly adverb
- unperceptible adjective
- unperceptibleness noun
- unperceptibly adverb
Etymology
Origin of perceptible
From the Late Latin word perceptibilis, dating back to 1545–55. See percept, -ible
Example Sentences
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“Based on the current analysis of soil conditions, tunnel depths, and tunnel design,” the study found, “Metro predicts that noise and vibration from tunnel construction and subway operations would not be perceptible above the tunnels.”
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026
There is a perceptible confidence among ministers at the moment that they have navigated a thorny few days fairly well.
From BBC • Mar. 5, 2026
The mouth renders the verdict: a barely perceptible sneer.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 24, 2026
When Kotb joined “Today,” she brought a perceptible dose of passion to the show.
From Salon • Jan. 10, 2025
Zakariyya looked to the ground and nodded, the corners of his mouth turning up into a barely perceptible smile.
From "The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks" by Rebecca Skloot
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