Palpably: meaning, definitions and examples

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palpably

 

[ ˈpælpəbli ]

Context #1

in a way that is easily perceived or obvious

In a manner that is easily noticeable or detectable, often through the sense of touch or feeling.

Synonyms

clearly, evidently, noticeably, obviously

Examples of usage

  • The tension in the room was palpably thick.
  • His disappointment was palpably evident in his expression.
  • She could feel the excitement palpably building in the air.
Context #2

in a way that can be touched or felt

In a manner that can be physically touched or felt, often used to describe something tangible or concrete.

Synonyms

concretely, physically, tangibly, touchably

Examples of usage

  • The texture of the fabric was palpably soft.
  • The heat from the fire was palpably warm.
  • The tension in the room was palpably intense.

Translations

Translations of the word "palpably" in other languages:

🇵🇹 palpavelmente

🇮🇳 स्पष्ट रूप से

🇩🇪 spürbar

🇮🇩 terasa

🇺🇦 відчутно

🇵🇱 namacalnie

🇯🇵 明らかに

🇫🇷 palpablement

🇪🇸 palpablemente

🇹🇷 elle tutulur şekilde

🇰🇷 명백하게

🇸🇦 بشكل ملموس

🇨🇿 hmatatelně

🇸🇰 hmatateľne

🇨🇳 明显地

🇸🇮 otipljivo

🇮🇸 áþreifanlega

🇰🇿 айқын

🇬🇪 შესამჩნევად

🇦🇿 hissediləcək dərəcədə

🇲🇽 palpablemente

Word origin

The word 'palpably' originates from the Latin word 'palpabilis', which means perceptible by touch. It has been used in the English language since the 15th century. The term has evolved over time to represent a sense of tangible presence or obviousness, making it a versatile adverb in expressing both physical and abstract concepts.