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Meaning of imperceptible
The primary meaning of "imperceptible" is something that is too small or subtle to be noticed or perceived.
Etymology of imperceptible
The word "imperceptible" comes from the Latin words "in-" (meaning "not" or "opposite of") and "perceptibilis" (meaning "capable of being perceived"), which is derived from "perceptus" (meaning "perceived") and the suffix "-bilis" (meaning "capable of")
Historically, the word has been used in English since the 15th century to describe something that is too small or subtle to be noticed
Synonyms
imperceptible
invisible
inaudible
intangible
indistinct
obscure
faint
subtle
slight
negligible
insignificant
minute
infinitesimal
undetectable
unnoticeable
unperceivable
unseen
unheard
unfelt
imperceptual
inappreciable
unapparent
inconspicuous
unobtrusive
inconsequential
trifling
infinitesimally small
microscopic
imperceptibly small
barely visible
barely audible
Definitions
- Unable to be perceived by the senses or the mind
- * Too small or subtle to be noticed or measured
- * Barely perceptible, but not quite
Usage Examples
- The difference in temperature was imperceptible, so we didn't notice it at first
- * The sound of the clock ticking was imperceptible in the noisy room
- * The change in her expression was imperceptible, but I could sense her discomfort
Antonyms
perceptible
visible
audible
tangible
distinct
obvious
clear
conspicuous
noticeable
apparent
significant
substantial
considerable
appreciable
palpable
evident
manifest
pronounced
marked
prominent
striking
glaring
blatant