Main Entry: pal·pa·ble

Pronunciation: \ˈpal-pə-bəl\

Function: adjective

Etymology: Middle English, from Late Latin palpabilis, from Latin palpare to stroke, caress — more at feel

Date: 14th century

1 : capable of being touched or felt : tangible
2 : easily perceptible : noticeable <a palpable difference>
3 : easily perceptible by the mind : manifest

synonyms see perceptible

— pal·pa·bil·i·ty \ˌpal-pə-ˈbi-lə-tē\ noun

— pal·pa·bly \ˈpal-pə-blē\ adverb