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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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As of this writing, no matter where you’re flying from, the panic remains palpable.

From Slate • Mar. 24, 2026

Despite the palpable tension in the room, Japan still offered up billions of dollars in U.S. infrastructure investments.

From Barron's • Mar. 22, 2026

As Ryland works to translate Rocky’s language and build a system for the two to communicate, the bond formed between human and pentapedal boulder is palpable.

From Salon • Mar. 21, 2026

The anticipation for the nominees to hear who else had won must have been palpable.

From BBC • Mar. 15, 2026

“How?” the emperor said, the excitement palpable in his voice.

From "When the Sea Turned to Silver" by Grace Lin

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.