1
as in distinguishable
able to be perceived by a sense or by the mind
the tension in the negotiating room was palpable
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2
as in tangible
capable of being perceived by the sense of touch
a small but palpable lump in my neck
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as in unmistakable
not subject to misinterpretation or more than one interpretation
a palpable case of lying under oath
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Recent Examples of palpable
When Venus sextiles Jupiter, the synergy of love and luck is palpable.
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Valerie Mesa, People.com, 3 June 2025
The shift in energy was palpable in what became a chippy, physical game.
—Anthony De Leon, Los Angeles Times, 2 June 2025
In encountering this specific work, I was struck by the palpable tension between the extraordinary nature of the act of birth and the sheer regularity of its occurrence.
—Jessica Simmons-Reid, Artforum, 1 June 2025
Instead, ’90s country plays softly over the room’s speaker system, the relative quiet underscoring a palpable air of seriousness.
—Cody Stavenhagen, New York Times, 30 May 2025
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Valerie Mesa, People.com, 3 June 2025
The shift in energy was palpable in what became a chippy, physical game.
—Anthony De Leon, Los Angeles Times, 2 June 2025
In encountering this specific work, I was struck by the palpable tension between the extraordinary nature of the act of birth and the sheer regularity of its occurrence.
—Jessica Simmons-Reid, Artforum, 1 June 2025
Instead, ’90s country plays softly over the room’s speaker system, the relative quiet underscoring a palpable air of seriousness.
—Cody Stavenhagen, New York Times, 30 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for palpable
Adjective
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Each item tucked away tells a story, offering a tangible glimpse into the life and memories of the previous owner.—
Nicole Letts,
Southern Living,
7 June 2025
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Unlike stocks, which can be valued on the basis of tangible components such a company’s goods and services, bitcoin is considered a store of value, and its price is driven by what others are willing to pay for it.—
Jeanne Sahadi,
CNN Money,
7 June 2025
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The gravity of the moment was unmistakable — the consequences of a loss, and the eventual magnitude of a win.—
Anthony De Leon,
Los Angeles Times,
1 June 2025
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In a market defined by uncertainty, the bond market’s message is unmistakable: brace for impact.—
Dan Irvine,
Forbes.com,
31 May 2025
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If the sky becomes menacing and thunder becomes audible, seek out a safe place to seek shelter.—
NC Weather Bot,
Charlotte Observer,
7 June 2025
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The one time an overly enthusiastic audience made the show better this week was the audible gasp during Dakota Johnson’s interview on The Tonight Show.—
Bethy Squires,
Vulture,
6 June 2025
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The dog's most distinctive feature—a noticeable facial deformity—raised immediate questions.—
Alice Gibbs,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 June 2025
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Even more notably, Tha Carter V sold a massive 480,000 units in its debut week back in 2018, underscoring a noticeable slide in first-week performance over the years.—
Preezy Brown,
VIBE.com,
12 June 2025
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The man dropped to the ground and was arrested without any apparent resistance in the video that Osante filmed.—
Colleen Slevin,
Los Angeles Times,
2 June 2025
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Ukraine goes into this second round of direct talks bolstered by its apparent destruction of Russian strategic bombers and other crucial air assets.—
Matthew Chance,
CNN Money,
2 June 2025
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On The Solstice Though the solstice itself isn’t easily perceptible, it is often associated with visible changes in the sun’s path.—
Jamie Carter,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2025
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As with Lionel, David’s trauma is buried deep—his post-war shell shock shown only through a barely perceptible tremor in his hands; his hopelessness only really glimpsed in one close-up.—
Radhika Seth,
Vogue,
22 May 2025
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The Time to Act on Antisemitism is Now This final example demonstrated how Washington’s Jewish community made use of their physical location to enact international change.—
Time,
Time,
3 June 2025
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However, while the arrival of a new baby is often celebrated, the physical, emotional and psychological transitions that accompany this time are frequently overlooked.—
Darlin Tillery,
MSNBC Newsweek,
3 June 2025
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Koenig noted in her report that the Emergency Department at Waterbury Hospital was crowded and the need for expansion as planned was evident.—
Livi Stanford,
Hartford Courant,
4 June 2025
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Meanwhile, King’s status as a last-minute guest was evident in her clothes, the journalist's green sweatsuit standing out among the black-tie attire.—
Bailey Richards,
People.com,
4 June 2025
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“Palpable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/palpable. Accessed 15 Jun. 2025.
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