Observably: meaning, definitions and examples
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observably
[ əbˈzɜːrvəbli ]
extent of observation
The term 'observably' refers to something that can be perceived or noticed through observation. It implies that the characteristics or changes in an object or situation are apparent and can be easily detected. This word is often used in scientific contexts to denote phenomena that are observable by an observer, making it significant in empirical research. Observably can also suggest a level of clarity in a situation or behavior that stands out distinctly, making it accessible for analysis.
Synonyms
detectably, noticeably, perceptibly.
Examples of usage
- The evidence was observably clear in the results.
- The differences in the experiment were observably significant.
- Her happiness was observably contagious in the room.
Translations
Translations of the word "observably" in other languages:
🇵🇹 observavelmente
🇮🇳 देखने योग्य तरीके से
🇩🇪 beobachtbar
🇮🇩 secara teramati
🇺🇦 спостережувано
🇵🇱 obserwowalnie
🇯🇵 観察可能に
🇫🇷 de manière observable
🇪🇸 de manera observable
🇹🇷 gözlemlenebilir şekilde
🇰🇷 관찰 가능하게
🇸🇦 بشكل يمكن ملاحظته
🇨🇿 pozorovatelně
🇸🇰 pozorovateľne
🇨🇳 可观察地
🇸🇮 opazno
🇮🇸 sýnilegt
🇰🇿 байқалатын түрде
🇬🇪 დაკვირვებად
🇦🇿 müşahidə edilə bilən şəkildə
🇲🇽 de manera observable
Etymology
The word 'observably' is derived from the base verb 'observe,' which originates from the Latin 'observare,' meaning to watch over or pay attention to. The suffix '-ably' is added to form an adverb, indicating the capacity to be observed. The concept of observation has a long history in scientific inquiry, dating back to ancient civilizations where careful observation was essential for understanding the natural world. The usage of 'observably' has been prevalent since the 19th century in academic and scientific literature, where researchers emphasize the importance of observable data in the validation of hypotheses.