L'invisible (en. The invisible)
/lɛ̃vizibl/
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
noun
That which cannot be perceived by sight.
The invisible is often a metaphor for the unknown.
L'invisible est souvent une métaphore pour l'inconnu.
An entity or thing that escapes human perception.
The forces of nature can be considered as the invisible.
Les forces de la nature peuvent être considérées comme l'invisible.
Etymology
From Latin 'invisibilis', meaning 'invisible'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
the invisible man
A fictional character, often used to express the idea of something or someone that is not visible.
l'invisible man
in the invisible
Refers to something that happens out of sight.
dans l'invisible
Related Words
invisibility
Quality of being invisible.
invisibilité
invisible
An adjective denoting something that is not visible.
invisible
Slang Meanings
Something hidden or secret.
He has dealings in the invisible.
Il a des affaires dans l'invisible.
A concept that is not very visible in society.
The suffering of the invisibles is often ignored.
La souffrance des invisibles est souvent ignorée.