perceptible

[pəˈsɛptəbəl]

perceptible Definition

• 1. able to be seen, heard, or noticed
• 2. noticeable or discernible

Using perceptible: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "perceptible" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  There was a perceptible change in the room's temperature.

• Example

  The difference in quality was perceptible to everyone.

• Example

  The sound of the waves was barely perceptible from the shore.

perceptible Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for perceptible

• discernible
• detectable
• noticeable

Antonyms for perceptible

• imperceptible
• invisible
• undetectable

Phrases with perceptible

• barely perceptible

  difficult to see, hear, or notice

  Example

  The scent of the flowers was barely perceptible in the air.

• perceptible change

  a noticeable alteration or modification

  Example

  There was a perceptible change in his attitude towards her.

• perceptible difference

  a noticeable distinction or variation

  Example

  There was a perceptible difference in the taste of the two dishes.

Origins of perceptible

from Latin 'perceptibilis', from 'percept-' meaning 'perceived'

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Summary: perceptible in Brief

Perceptible [pəˈsɛptəbəl] refers to something that can be seen, heard, or noticed. It is often used to describe a noticeable or discernible difference or change, as in 'There was a perceptible change in the room's temperature.' Synonyms include 'discernible' and 'detectable,' while antonyms include 'imperceptible' and 'invisible.'