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    Insensiblement (en. Imperceptibly)

    [ɛ̃.sɑ̃.si.b.ləm]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    adverb
    That occurs without one noticing it.
    The landscape has insensibly changed over the seasons.
    Le paysage a insensiblement changé au fil des saisons.
    Gradually, without abruptness.
    He has insensibly aroused his interest.
    Il a insensiblement éveillé son intérêt.
    In such a gentle manner that one does not realize it.
    The light has insensibly diminished at dusk.
    La lumière a insensiblement diminué à la tombée de la nuit.

    Etymology

    Comes from the Latin 'insensibilis', formed with 'in-' (negation) and 'sensibilis' (sensitive).

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    insensibly to
    Without it being noticed.
    insensiblement à
    to grow insensibly
    To increase discreetly.
    grandir insensiblement
    to change insensibly
    To evolve without it being obvious.
    changer insensiblement

    Related Words

    insensitive
    One who does not feel sensations.
    insensible
    noticeably
    In a manner that can be perceived.
    sensiblement
    sensitivity
    Ability to feel or perceive.
    sensibilité

    Slang Meanings

    Difficult to perceive.
    He promised to change, but I see nothing insensibly different.
    Il a promis de changer, mais je ne vois rien d'insensiblement différent.
    Slow to manifest.
    His pain has insensibly disappeared, without him realizing it.
    Sa douleur a disparu insensiblement, sans qu'il s'en rende compte.