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palpable

[pal-puh-buhl] / ˈpæl pə bəl /
ADJECTIVE
clear, obvious
Synonyms
STRONGEST
apparent certain conspicuous credible detectable discernible distinct evident noticeable perceptible remarkable unmistakable visible
STRONG
tangible
WEAK
appreciable arresting believable blatant colorable manifest observable open ostensible patent perceivable plain plausible positive seeming sensible straightforward striking sure unequivocal
Antonyms
STRONGEST
ambiguous concealed doubtful dubious hidden imperceptible improbable inconspicuous indefinite indistinct invisible mistakable obscure obscured questionable secret uncertain unclear unknown unlikely unnoticeable unremarkable unsure vague
WEAK
abstract inferential unreal
ADJECTIVE
concrete, real
Synonyms
STRONGEST
substantial tactile
STRONG
tangible
WEAK
material sensible solid touchable
Antonyms
WEAK
abstract doubtful dubious hidden inferential obscure questionable unclear unreal vague

Example Sentences

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The chancellor's exasperation is palpable in an interview with The Mirror.

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026

Their connection to each other—and to the plight of migrants today—is palpable throughout this powerful book.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

The excitement at ground control was palpable, Gibbons said, adding that it was a "special" moment filled with tears, hugs and laughter.

From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026

The house needn’t be fleshed out to be made to seem real, but since it plays such an important role in the play, its presence onstage ought to at least be palpable to the characters.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

It was palpable and menacing in away it had never been when he said, “I can’t come on Sunday until midafternoon,” or “I have to leave early today.”

From "Americanah" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie

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