Synonyms of detectable

detectable

adjective

as in distinguishable

able to be perceived by a sense or by the mind

there was a barely detectable hum coming from the refrigerator

Synonyms & Similar Words

• distinguishable
• audible
• noticeable
• discernible
• perceptible
• appreciable
• visible
• palpable
• identifiable
• obvious
• sensible
• observable
• significant
• tangible
• apprehensible
• evident
• distinct
• conspicuous
• apparent
• manifest
• prominent
• striking
• clear
• plain
• ponderable
• eye-catching
• straightforward

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• undetectable
• indistinguishable
• imperceptible
• invisible
• intangible
• inaudible
• insensible
• slight
• faint
• indistinct
• inconspicuous
• insignificant
• unobtrusive
• inappreciable
• impalpable
• trivial
• hidden
• vague
• obscure
• unnoticeable
• covert
• concealed
• disguised
• buried
• shrouded

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of detectable

Its design also aims to reduce detectable physical signatures and improve protection during operations. — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 29 Oct. 2026

Researchers at Johns Hopkins University estimated that 68% of Chicago children younger than 6 live in homes with tap water containing detectable levels of lead. — Richard Day, Chicago Tribune, 29 Oct. 2026

How ureaplasma is diagnosed A specific PCR (polymerase chain reaction) test can detect ureaplasma by amplifying tiny amounts of DNA to detectable levels, per VeryWell Health. — Hanna Wickes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 19 Oct. 2026

That would be detectable, too, even if all of the planets don’t actually join the transit parade. — Phil Plait, Scientific American, 16 Oct. 2026

Anthropic’s own economists, in a March 2026 paper by Maxim Massenkoff and Peter McCrory, concluded there is no detectable aggregate rise in unemployment for the workers most exposed to AI since ChatGPT launched. — Stephen Messer, Fortune, 16 Oct. 2026

Glyphosate was found at detectable levels in 37% of products, and cat food with more plants in the first 10 ingredients had higher glyphosate levels. — Sandee Lamotte, CNN Money, 2 Oct. 2026

The formula also includes sesame oil to deeply hydrate, rejuvenate, and plump the skin, making fine lines and crow’s feet less detectable. — Olivia Cigliano, InStyle, 25 Sep. 2026

None had identification or detectable microchips on them, officials said. — Mark Price, Charlotte Observer, 27 Aug. 2026