OBSERVABLE Synonyms: 79 Similar and Opposite Words

observable

adjective

əb-ˈzər-və-bəl

Definition of observable

as in visible

capable of being seen scientists often work with phenomena that are not directly observable

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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 will spread them out in time so that any additional photons that come from cutting it off are observable. — Chris Lee, ArsTechnica, 22 July 2026 Sarkar proved that every quantum operation is associated with a unique set of observable correlations. — Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 18 July 2026 Those are only what’s observable, with many ships known to sail through with their transponders off to avoid digital detection. — Weilun Soon, Fortune, 5 July 2026 The system is designed to be observable and controllable rather than fully autonomous. — Connie Etemadi, USA Today, 30 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for observable

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Adjective

The 30-minute video posted by Pfister of the Zimmerman’s Meat Market incident from earlier this year shows him, his wife, Pam, and another man holding their cameras to the deli’s front window, capturing what was visible inside.

— Kyung Lah, CNN Money, 25 July 2026
No blood was visible, but one area glowed after being sprayed with Bluestar.

— Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 24 July 2026

Definition of visible

Adjective

Point guard Bennett Stirtz, drafted 17th, salvaged a rough start with a 22-point finale, but his eye test was noteworthy.

— John Hollinger, New York Times, 24 July 2026
This is particularly noteworthy given the sheer number of heatwaves and other abnormal weather events across the continent this past summer alone.

— Kaitlyn McInnis, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026

Definition of noteworthy

Adjective

Whereas players such as McGwire, Sammy Sosa, Bonds and so many others aced the visual ‘roid test, Raffy looked like an in-shape aging ballplayer.

— Mac Engel July 24, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 July 2026
Hand-built in Brooklyn, the open lattice design creates visual depth while keeping the piece surprisingly light and airy despite its generous size.

— Nina Derwin, Architectural Digest, 24 July 2026

Definition of visual

Adjective

However, a 2021 protection campaign has led to a remarkable turnaround, with the total weight of fish in the river tripling in the last few years after decades of decline.

— Mohammed Sergie, semafor.com, 29 July 2026
This has truly been a passion project for me, and everyone involved has poured their hearts into honoring Bulgakov’s remarkable novel.

— K.J. Yossman, Variety, 29 July 2026

Definition of remarkable

Adjective

Despite the lower amount of Texas wheat, consumers shouldn’t see a noticeable price increase for items containing wheat at the grocery store.

— Maven Navarro, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 26 July 2026
Given the less noticeable crease, improved usability, upgraded battery chemistry, a quicker, more efficient processor, and dramatically more effective Cover Display software, the Z Flip 8 has a lot going for it.

— Florence Ion, PC Magazine, 26 July 2026

Definition of noticeable

Adjective

Ultimately, hotels aim to curate memorable experiences, not just provide accommodation, with AI enhancing personalization while maintaining guest control.

— Jeff Fromm, Forbes.com, 30 July 2026
For a memorable performance in 2003, Carnegie placed part of the audience on the stage and interspersed the rest with the musicians on a platform erected above the orchestra seats.

— Justin Davidson, Curbed, 29 July 2026

Definition of memorable

Adjective

Familiar faces like Derrick Brown, Bryce Young, Tetairoa McMillan and Jaycee Horn will take the field this week for the start of training camp, but there will be some notable new faces added to the mix.

— Mike Kaye July 22, Charlotte Observer, 22 July 2026
This match is the latest notable step forward for a women’s setup that was in effect mothballed just a decade ago due to a lack of funds.

— Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 21 July 2026

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