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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 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

In a post on Facebook, the council also quoted eyewitnesses as saying that the shock wave was palpable, and all emergency services quickly arrived at the scene.

From BBC • Mar. 23, 2026

There’s a palpable sense of relief as oil prices retreat.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 10, 2026

Fallon announced they would be going to a special screening of “Project Hail Mary” after the taping, and the teachers’ delight was palpable.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 6, 2026

Even if a black hole is invisible from the outside, its gravitational presence can be palpable.

From "Cosmos" by Carl Sagan