Definitions
- Describing something that can be seen or perceived with the eyes. - Referring to an object or phenomenon that is within the range of human vision. - Talking about something that is not hidden or obstructed from view.
- Describing something that can be seen or perceived with the eyes. - Referring to an object or phenomenon that is within the range of human vision. - Talking about something that is not hidden or obstructed from view.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe something that can be seen or perceived with the eyes.
- 2Both refer to objects or phenomena that are within the range of human vision.
- 3Both imply that the object or phenomenon is not hidden or obstructed from view.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Seeable is less common than visible and is often used in technical or scientific contexts.
- 2Connotation: Visible has a more positive connotation than seeable, which can sound more neutral or even negative.
- 3Adverb form: Seeable can be used as an adverb, while visible cannot.
- 4Collocations: Visible is more commonly used in collocations such as 'visible light', 'visible spectrum', and 'visible universe'.
Remember this!
Seeable and visible are synonyms that describe something that can be seen or perceived with the eyes and is not hidden or obstructed from view. However, seeable is less common and often used in technical or scientific contexts, while visible has a more positive connotation and is more versatile in its usage.
