1
[ adjective ] capable of being perceived by the mind or senses

Examples

"a perceptable limp" "easily perceptible sounds" "perceptible changes in behavior"

Used in print

(E. Lucas Myers, "The Vindication of Dr. Nestor,"...)

Alex entered first and was followed by the doctor who , for all his care , manifested a perceptible bulge on his left side where the hen was cradled .

2
[ adjective ] easily perceived by the senses or grasped by the mind

Synonyms

obvious

Examples

"a perceptible sense of expectation in the court" "an obvious (or palpable) lie"

Related terms

palpable

3
[ adjective ] easily seen or detected

Synonyms

detectable

Examples

"a detectable note of sarcasm" "he continued after a perceptible pause"

Related terms

noticeable

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