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 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 Such a file contains objective personnel data as well as observable assessments of a cadre’s political shortcomings. — Andrew Mertha, Foreign Affairs, 17 Sep. 2026 This expectation has no observable foundation in Xi’s 14-year rule. — Jonathan A. Czin, The Atlantic, 14 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for observable

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Adjective

This is an album full of stars, storms, and horizons, the depths of visible color vibrating in invisible air.

— Sasha Geffen, Pitchfork, 8 Oct. 2026
Attitudes towards a two-state solution What’s less visible, and more surprising, is what has stayed the same.

— Dahlia Scheindlin, Time, 7 Oct. 2026

Definition of visible

Adjective

Also noteworthy are the antioxidant-rich green microalgae (which lend themselves to the formula's natural hue), firming vegan peptides, and redness-soothing niacinamide.

— Madison San Miguel, Allure, 7 Oct. 2026
The case could become noteworthy precedent for social media companies that rely on targets’ intellectual property in attempting to offer critical or satirical commentary.

— Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 7 Oct. 2026

Definition of noteworthy

Adjective

Skincare and cosmetics are highly visual and lend themselves naturally to tutorials, reviews and before-and-after demonstrations.

— Fernanda Tronco, Fortune, 1 Oct. 2026
For that collaboration, the combination of a high-profile subject, strong visual content and a deliberate keyword strategy created a feedback loop that Instagram’s AI rewarded with sustained, expanding visibility.

— Tonia Ryan, Forbes.com, 1 Oct. 2026

Definition of visual

Adjective

This lushness is truly remarkable on an island known for its volcanic soil, which traditionally hampers plant growth.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
The remarkable rise of Hyperliquid In the short time since the Hyperliquid blockchain launched in 2023, its HYPE token has vaulted into the top 10 most valuable cryptocurrencies.

— Camila Grigera Naón, Fortune, 5 Oct. 2026

Definition of remarkable

Adjective

Beyond pantry doors and magnetic racks, three more swaps make a noticeable difference in a tight kitchen.

— Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Miami Herald, 1 Oct. 2026
Some of these changes are noticeable without any special technology, says Ibañez, including slower speech, longer pauses, a flatter emotional tone, trouble finding the right word, or vaguer, less specific language.

— Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 1 Oct. 2026

Definition of noticeable

Adjective

But just as memorable as Drew Barrymore’s gut-wrenching opening scene was Marco Beltrami’s chilling score, one that heightened the suspense and terror at every turn.

— Scott Shilstone, Deadline, 7 Oct. 2026
Clocking in for their promo duties, D’Arcy and stylist Rose Forde opted for one of the most memorable looks from Simone Bellotti’s spring 2027 collection for Jil Sander.

— Hannah Jackson, Vogue, 7 Oct. 2026

Definition of memorable

Adjective

Among recent theater that has wrestled, even tangentially, with the Jewish diaspora’s relationship to Israel, like Birthright, Jewish Plot, or Giant, Slam Frank is notable both for its gregarious impudence and then sudden caution.

— Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 5 Oct. 2026
Given this was such a deluge, a few of the most notable points of concern might be an appropriate rain gauge.

— Noah White, Miami Herald, 4 Oct. 2026

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