Palpable meaning: Definition of palpable adjective

Definition of palpable adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more. perceptible, sensible, palpable, tangible, appreciable, ponderable mean apprehensible as real or existent. perceptible applies to what can be discerned by the senses often to a minimal extent. The adjective 'palpable' has its etymological roots in Latin, specifically from the word 'palpabilis,' which is derived from 'palpare,' meaning 'to touch' or 'to feel.' Therefore, the etymology of 'palpable' can be understood as something that can be touched or felt. palpable meaning, definition, what is palpable: a feeling that is palpable is so strong ...: Learn more.