Meaning & Definition of word "Perceptible"

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    Perceptible

    /pərˈsɛp.tɪ.bəl/

    adjective:

    • 1. Able to be seen or noticed; noticeable.
      • Example: There was a perceptible change in his attitude after the meeting.
    • 2. Capable of being perceived or detected.
      • Example: The sound was barely perceptible to the human ear.
    • 3. Recognizable through the senses.
      • Example: A perceptible tension filled the room as the debate began.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'perceptibilis', from 'perceptus', past participle of 'percipere' meaning to perceive.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    a perceptible difference:

    A difference that can be recognized or noticed.

    barely perceptible:

    Almost impossible to notice.

    perceptible change:

    A change that is noticeable.

    Related Words

    perception:

    The ability to see, hear, or become aware of something through the senses.

    perceptive:

    Having or showing sensitive insight.

    Slang Meanings of perceptible