observable

adjective

əb-ˈzər-və-bəl How to pronounce observable (audio)
Definition of observablenext
1
as in visible
capable of being seen scientists often work with phenomena that are not directly observable

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2
as in noteworthy
worth remembering or mentioning a man who apparently was devoid of any observable virtue

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Recent Examples of observable This configuration would allow the stealth fighter to preserve its low observable characteristics during combat operations. — Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 24 Aug. 2026 The event will be so luminous that it could be detected halfway across the observable universe. — Phil Plait, Scientific American, 14 Aug. 2026 Putin will eventually leave office, whether by death, illness, or—against all observable inclinations—stepping aside. — Julian G. Waller, Foreign Affairs, 7 Aug. 2026 DroiClaw aims to create a secure, controllable, and observable AI agent ecosystem by giving users greater oversight of how agents operate. — New Atlas, 23 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for observable
Recent Examples of Synonyms for observable
  1. visible
  2. noteworthy
  3. visual
  4. remarkable
  5. noticeable
  6. memorable
  7. notable
Adjective
  • Baker’s been a visible presence on Capitol Hill since taking the reins at the NCAA in 2023, overseeing a sprawling network of sports from football and basketball to wrestling and volleyball.
    — Burgess Everett, semafor.com, 11 Sep. 2026
  • The drone lights moved through the night sky before coming together to recreate the Twin Towers, with the One World Trade Center visible nearby.
    — Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 11 Sep. 2026
Definition of visible
Adjective
  • There were several other plays with noteworthy designs, too, albeit with varying results.
    — Andrew Destin, New York Times, 11 Sep. 2026
  • No disrespect to the players themselves, Burns said, but Dallas showing that level of concern this close to the start of the season is noteworthy.
    — Pat Leonard, New York Daily News, 11 Sep. 2026
Definition of noteworthy
Adjective
  • But while the visual language of prestige TV — handheld realism, long silences, and anxious scores — is still alive, the scale of stories has collapsed.
    — Henry Metz, Rolling Stone, 11 Sep. 2026
  • Each of the four choreographers on the bill have created new choreography by drawing inspiration from visual art.
    — Leyla Shokoohe, Cincinnati Enquirer, 11 Sep. 2026
Definition of visual
Adjective
  • De La Cruz’s remarkable display of arm strength left his manager and teammates in awe.
    — Ryan Canfield OutKick, FOXNews.com, 9 Sep. 2026
  • In typical action-movie leading-man fashion, the Ploughman demonstrates remarkable fighting abilities for someone who’s been working the fields instead of at war.
    — Frank Scheck, HollywoodReporter, 9 Sep. 2026
Definition of remarkable
Adjective
  • If Taron Johnson and the secondary hold up against complex passing schemes, the unit should take a noticeable leap in efficiency.
    — David Troy OutKick, FOXNews.com, 6 Sep. 2026
  • Separate data from Indeed’s Job Postings Index also shows a seasonal ramp-up that is noticeable around Labor Day and the weeks that follow.
    — Tatiana Sataua, Fortune, 5 Sep. 2026
Definition of noticeable
Adjective
  • The same goes for the rancor socked across by Graham (so memorable in Adolescence), whose Toby looks about ready to headbutt Miguel at any moment.
    — David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 8 Sep. 2026
  • Some lessons survive every software update Part of what made The Oregon Trail game memorable is that every decision mattered.
    — Elaine Reno, The Conversation, 8 Sep. 2026
Definition of memorable
Adjective
  • Those are notable numbers for Turek in a state dominated by the GOP for the past decade; Turek has an edge among independent voters and a positive favorability rating compared to Hinson, who is viewed more negatively.
    — Burgess Everett, semafor.com, 9 Sep. 2026
  • The notable instance came immediately after Brugge levelled at 1-1.
    — Jacob Tanswell, New York Times, 9 Sep. 2026
Definition of notable

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