Synonyms of perceptible

perceptible

adjective

pər-ˈsep-tə-bəl 

as in distinguishable

able to be perceived by a sense or by the mind

you should note a perceptible temperature change when you add the second element

Synonyms & Similar Words

• distinguishable
• audible
• noticeable
• discernible
• detectable
• appreciable
• visible
• discernable
• palpable
• obvious
• identifiable
• tangible
• sensible
• apprehensible
• significant
• observable
• evident
• conspicuous
• distinct
• manifest
• apparent
• prominent
• striking
• ponderable
• clear
• plain
• eye-catching
• straightforward

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• imperceptible
• indistinguishable
• invisible
• undetectable
• intangible
• insensible
• slight
• inaudible
• indistinct
• faint
• inappreciable
• impalpable
• inconspicuous
• insignificant
• trivial
• unobtrusive
• vague
• hidden
• unnoticeable
• obscure
• covert
• disguised
• concealed
• buried
• shrouded

Synonym Chooser

How does the adjective perceptible contrast with its synonyms?

Some common synonyms of perceptible are appreciable, palpable, ponderable, sensible, and tangible. While all these words mean "apprehensible as real or existent," perceptible applies to what can be discerned by the senses often to a minimal extent.

a perceptible difference in sound to a careful listener

In what contexts can appreciable take the place of perceptible?

The words appreciable and perceptible are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, appreciable applies to what is distinctly discernible by the senses or definitely measurable.

an appreciable increase in income

When can palpable be used instead of perceptible?

While in some cases nearly identical to perceptible, palpable applies either to what has physical substance or to what is obvious and unmistakable.

the tension in the air was almost palpable

When is ponderable a more appropriate choice than perceptible?

The meanings of ponderable and perceptible largely overlap; however, ponderable suggests having definitely measurable weight or importance.

exerted a ponderable influence on world events

Where would sensible be a reasonable alternative to perceptible?

In some situations, the words sensible and perceptible are roughly equivalent. However, sensible applies to whatever is clearly apprehended through the senses or impresses itself strongly on the mind.

an abrupt, sensible drop in temperature

When might tangible be a better fit than perceptible?

Although the words tangible and perceptible have much in common, tangible suggests what is capable of being handled or grasped both physically and mentally.

no tangible evidence of UFOs

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of perceptible

The complete lack of ghosting or any perceptible delay between my key presses or mouse clicks and onscreen response is refreshing. —Simon Hill, WIRED, 28 Oct. 2022

Those in-the-moment progressions can feel tiny and barely perceptible from one session to the next. —Cindy Kuzma, SELF, 16 Jan. 2025

Like Farrow’s, Stone’s cut is no longer than an inch on the sides, with slightly longer sections at the top allowing for a barely perceptible part. —Ashley Davis, WWD, 6 Jan. 2025

The slack in the line should only be very slight, perceptible more to you than to anyone else. —Rosalind Brown, Harper's Magazine, 2 Nov. 2024

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