Invisible

/ɪnˈvɪzəbl/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Unable to be seen; not visible.

The stars were invisible due to the thick clouds covering the sky.

Not perceptible by the senses.

The invisible forces of nature often influence our daily lives without us realizing it.

Not able to be noticed or recognized.

In the crowded city, the artist felt invisible among the bustling masses.

Late Middle English: from Latin invisibilis, from in- 'not' + visibilis 'observable, visible'.

invisible hand:

A term used in economics to describe the self-regulating nature of the marketplace.

invisible barrier:

A metaphorical barrier that prevents people from achieving success or getting ahead.

invisible man:

A person who feels unnoticed or overlooked by society.

Someone who feels overlooked in social situations.

Ever since he moved to a new city, he feels like he's become invisible to everyone.

To be unnoticed or ignored, especially in a social context.

At the party, I felt completely invisible when no one acknowledged my presence.