Detectable

/dɪˈtɛk.tə.bəl/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Capable of being detected or discovered.

The scientists found that the levels of contamination were detectable in the water samples.

Able to be perceived or observed.

The defect in the machine was barely detectable, requiring a thorough inspection.

Possible to identify or recognize through analysis or observation.

Changes in the patient’s condition were detectable through regular monitoring.

Relating to data or signals that can be identified with proper tools or methods.

The software was able to filter out background noise, making the signal more detectable.

Easily found or noted; noticeable.

The new policy changes were detectable in employee productivity within a short period.

From the Latin 'detectus', meaning to uncover or detect.

barely detectable

Just enough to be noticed, but not easily found.

detectable signals

Signals that can be identified and measured.

detectable changes

Changes that are noticeable through observation.

detect

To discover or identify the presence of.

detection

The action or process of identifying or discovering something.

detective

A person whose occupation is to investigate and solve crimes.