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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"The Hoveyzeh silhouette is also much different, with wings and a visible engine depending on angle," he added.

From BBC • Apr. 3, 2026

Many of the most important changes over the past half-century have been less visible.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 2, 2026

She ended up wearing her hair in a visible bun as a compromise, the complaint states.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 1, 2026

"That is horrible," she said, stunned by the prices visible on the Liberty gas station's LED board.

From Barron's • Mar. 31, 2026

The stars, which ordinarily could not be seen from even this height in the city, were fully visible.

From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny