variants
also discernable
as in distinguishable
able to be perceived by a sense or by the mind
discernible differences in the two authors' writing styles
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Recent Examples of discernible
Take note of other discernible physical and mental changes.
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Jocelyn Solis-Moreira, Flow Space, 11 Feb. 2026
There are enough discernible details on the jacket that it, too, might be identified.
—Jon Schuppe, NBC news, 11 Feb. 2026
Now, however, the relationship between the two variables is completely scrambled with no discernable pattern, and Slok sees it as yet another sign investors are getting jittery about the state of the economy.
—Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 11 Feb. 2026
Once organized, Cicero’s library possessed a discernible — even if artificial — intelligence.
—Big Think, 9 Feb. 2026
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Jocelyn Solis-Moreira, Flow Space, 11 Feb. 2026
There are enough discernible details on the jacket that it, too, might be identified.
—Jon Schuppe, NBC news, 11 Feb. 2026
Now, however, the relationship between the two variables is completely scrambled with no discernable pattern, and Slok sees it as yet another sign investors are getting jittery about the state of the economy.
—Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 11 Feb. 2026
Once organized, Cicero’s library possessed a discernible — even if artificial — intelligence.
—Big Think, 9 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for discernible
Adjective
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In the city’s Financial District, home to Canada’s major banks, locals are easily distinguishable from tourists and visitors by the conspicuous absence of winter paraphernalia.—
Vivian Song,
CNN Money,
17 Feb. 2026
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Two executive chefs ago, Georgie had a distinguishable French bent under the leadership of RJ Yoakum, who previously spent years working for Thomas Keller at The French Laundry.—
Claire Ballor
Staff Reporter,
Dallas Morning News,
11 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Over time, that constant effort can lead to noticeable eyestrain, headaches or fatigue –particularly after reading, computer work or other close-up tasks.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
17 Feb. 2026
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Kaufman had last seen Weir in 2011, but the change was noticeable.—
David Browne,
Rolling Stone,
17 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Several shouts were audible during the first part of the ceremony, although what was said wasn’t intelligible to an Associated Press reporter in the press room.—
Dallas Morning News,
Dallas Morning News,
23 Feb. 2026
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Several shouts were audible during the first part of the ceremony, although what was said wasn't intelligible to an Associated Press reporter in the press room.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
23 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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The bill would also allow any detectable amount of fentanyl in an overdose death to be used as evidence in court that a person died as a result of the drug.—
Ari Fife,
The Frontier,
17 Feb. 2026
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The company said though there currently is no detectable PFAS in the drinking water, the facility will continually monitor and remove PFAS if detected.—
Stephen Underwood,
Hartford Courant,
17 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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The salt level was perfect for everyone, and many said the corn flavor was perceptible without being overwhelming.—
Kimberly Holland,
Southern Living,
30 Jan. 2026
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Underneath the jokes, though, there is perceptible movement.—
Erin Vanderhoof,
Vanity Fair,
27 Jan. 2026
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“Discernible.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/discernible. Accessed 24 Feb. 2026.
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