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 In 2026, hitherto unobservable communication within a body is now observable. — Literary Hub, 28 Sep. 2026 And unlike a solar eclipse, observable events probably take place near you multiple times each month. — David Schneider, IEEE Spectrum, 24 Sep. 2026 Nature, loss, and longing inspire these quiet verses, which conjure a sense of the immense mysteries governing the observable world. — The New Yorker, New Yorker, 21 Sep. 2026 Reported information after a store fall After a fall, the information reported to a store manager may include the location, approximate time, observable condition of the area, how the fall occurred, and any symptoms present at the time. — Matthew Kayser, Miami Herald, 21 Sep. 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
  • After responding to their most visible attacks, the two candidates traded barbs over a slew of policy issues, including health care, prescription drug prices, tariffs and the ongoing war with Iran.
    — Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 22 Oct. 2026
  • That’s why brands tout benefits like more collagen, firmer and more elastic skin, smoother texture and fewer visible fine lines.
    — Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 21 Oct. 2026
Definition of visible
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  • That's what makes Salesforce's decision to finance the Braze and Fin acquisitions with cash so noteworthy.
    — Natasha Abellard, CNBC, 21 Oct. 2026
  • Another noteworthy mention is the dedication to wildlife conservation.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Oct. 2026
Definition of noteworthy
Adjective
  • Advances robot Intelligence Neuron AI is a robot foundation model designed to combine visual perception, touch, sound, language, and memory to help robots perform complex tasks.
    — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 16 Oct. 2026
  • One critical component of getting the time and place to feel right was recreating the ’70s, rather than leaning on a corny pastiche or tired visual clichés.
    — William Earl, Variety, 15 Oct. 2026
Definition of visual
Adjective
  • But even the mundane conversations were remarkable in their unremarkableness.
    — Rob Picheta, CNN Money, 18 Oct. 2026
  • One of the reasons behind the brain's remarkable efficiency is that memory and processing take place in the same physical real estate.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 18 Oct. 2026
Definition of remarkable
Adjective
  • The research fellow also argued that the additional Russian diesel entering global markets is not sufficient to produce a noticeable reduction in consumer fuel prices in the short term.
    — Elsa Ohlen, CNBC, 17 Oct. 2026
  • The brand's emblem, which is incorporated into the translucent monoblock LED taillight beneath the seat and is sculpted by the bike's lights themselves, is the most noticeable of all Fragment elements.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of noticeable
Adjective
  • That didn’t matter as much because new Hornets Naz Reid (20 points, 11 rebounds and a team-high seven assists), Grayson Allen (21 points) and Dennis Schroder (19 points, six assists) were all making memorable debuts for the Hornets.
    — Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 22 Oct. 2026
  • But one of Houser's most memorable fishing experiences wasn't about the size of the fish or the destination.
    — Amber Harding OutKick, FOXNews.com, 21 Oct. 2026
Definition of memorable
Adjective
  • The Connecticut Business and Industry Association’s annual business survey, released in September, found that some 72% of respondents reported having difficulty finding and retaining workers, with skill gaps being a notable part of the problem.
    — P.R. Lockhart, Hartford Courant, 18 Oct. 2026
  • The event was attended by some of Hollywood’s most prolific and notable actors, filmmakers, and industry executives as well as members of the event’s host committee who came together to support the museum.
    — Vanity Fair, Vanity Fair, 18 Oct. 2026
Definition of notable

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