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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Many are concerned about the lack of visible progress on street homelessness.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 2026

“Instead, our strategy is an overwhelming, visible show of force to keep the peace.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

"It also makes it visible so people can see it, and it's a lovely open access site that kids love to run around," Holden added.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

Sometimes bands break up for one specific or large reason, and sometimes it is a chain of events, seemingly unrelated, or not visible from the outside.

From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026

At a bowl of brown hair, a big pair of glasses visible amid the clump of weeds and trees.

From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin

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