Impalpably: meaning, definitions and examples

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impalpably

 

[ ɪmˈpæl.pə.bli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

not perceptible

Impalpably refers to something that cannot be felt, touched, or easily perceived. It describes an essence that eludes physical sensation or comprehension. The term is often used in literature or philosophical discussions to convey abstract ideas or qualities. For instance, one might describe a mood, atmosphere, or feeling that is ineffable or elusive.

Synonyms

faint, imperceptible, intangible, subtle

Examples of usage

  • The perfume lingered impalpably in the air.
  • He felt an impalpably profound sadness.
  • The beauty of the landscape was impalpably moving.

Translations

Translations of the word "impalpably" in other languages:

🇵🇹 impalpavelmente

🇮🇳 अस्पष्टता से

🇩🇪 unmerklich

🇮🇩 tidak teraba

🇺🇦 непомітно

🇵🇱 nieuchwytnie

🇯🇵 触れられないほどに

🇫🇷 impalpablement

🇪🇸 impalpablemente

🇹🇷 elle tutulamaz şekilde

🇰🇷 감지할 수 없게

🇸🇦 بلا ملموسية

🇨🇿 neuchopitelně

🇸🇰 neuchopiteľne

🇨🇳 不可触摸地

🇸🇮 neotipljivo

🇮🇸 óþreifanlega

🇰🇿 сезілмейтін

🇬🇪 შეხების გარეშე

🇦🇿 hiss edilməz

🇲🇽 impalpablemente

Etymology

The word 'impalpably' is derived from the root 'impalpable', which itself originates from the Latin word 'impalpabilis'. The prefix 'im-' means 'not', and 'palpable' comes from the Latin 'palpabilis', which is from 'palpare', meaning 'to touch or handle'. The combination of these elements creates a term that conveys an inability to be touched or perceived physically. The word has been used in various contexts, including literature and philosophy, to describe abstract concepts that cannot be easily understood or grasped. Its first recorded use in English dates back to the early 19th century, reflecting a growing interest in expressing subtler, more abstract ideas in language.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #42,361, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.