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    Palpable

    /ˈpælpəbl/

    Meaning & Definition

    adjective
    Able to be touched or felt; tangible.
    The tension in the room was so strong it was almost palpable.
    Easily perceived or noticed; obvious.
    There was a palpable sense of excitement in the air as the concert approached.
    Capable of being perceived; noticeable.
    Her disappointment was palpable when she learned the news.

    Etymology

    Late Middle English: from Old French 'palpable' or Latin 'palpabilis', from 'palpare' meaning 'to touch'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    palpable tension:
    A situation where anxiety or unease is strongly felt.
    palpable excitement:
    A clear and intense feeling of enthusiasm.
    palpable anger:
    Anger that is easily perceived or felt.

    Related Words

    tangible
    Perceptible by touch; clear and definite.
    perceptible
    Able to be perceived or noticed.
    discernible
    Able to be discerned; distinguishable.

    Slang Meanings

    Obvious or clearly evident.
    His disappointment was palpable after the team lost.