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 most visible lever is the Strategic Petroleum Reserve, created after the 1970s oil embargo.

From Barron's

Traditionally, scientists have identified and classified animals based on visible physical traits, also known as morphological features.

From Science Daily

For nearly 150 years, paleontologists in this region have relied largely on surface collecting methods, which tend to yield larger fossils visible to the naked eye while tiny specimens remain hidden.

From Science Daily

With Prasad now installed in a key leadership role, the agency has undergone a visible retreat from the “regulatory flexibility” that prior leadership once promised.

From The Wall Street Journal

Totality will occur at around 11:30 GMT which means it will not be visible in the UK.

From BBC

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