Definitions

visible

[viz-uh-buhl] / ˈvɪz ə bəl /

ADJECTIVE

apparent, seeable

Synonyms

STRONGEST

clear conspicuous detectable discernible distinguishable evident noticeable obvious palpable striking unmistakable

WEAK

arresting big as life bold discoverable in sight in view inescapable macroscopic manifest marked not hidden observable obtrusive ocular open out in the open outstanding patent perceivable perceptible plain pointed pronounced revealed salient seen signal to be seen unconcealed under one's nose unhidden viewable visual

Antonyms

STRONGEST

ambiguous hidden inconspicuous indefinite indistinct mistakable obscure obscured secret uncertain unclear unknown unnoticeable unsure vague

WEAK

concealed invisible unseeable

Example Sentences

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An authority that comes from nowhere visible, accountable to nothing you can touch or verify or cross-examine.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026

But an incomplete paint job meant its name was still visible through binoculars.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

But even here, the broader but less visible trend – chilling effects – is evident.

From Salon • May 28, 2026

"By leaving rubbish visible and marking it as under investigation, councils aim to signal enforcement activity and increase the perceived likelihood of being caught," she says.

From BBC • May 28, 2026

Yedsha rubbed his chin as he looked toward the cliffs, barely visible over the trees.

From Anya and the Dragon by Sofiya Pasternack

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