adjective

perceptible

per-SEP-tuh-bul/pərˈseptəbl/

Able to be noticed by the senses or mind.

The dark crack is clearly perceptible against the pale ceramic cup.

A clear dark crack in a pale ceramic cup, readily noticeable to an observer.

Etymology

perLatinthoroughly

+ceptLatinto grasp, take

+ibleLatincapable of being

Taking something thoroughly became an image for grasping it with the mind. Something perceptible can thus be taken in by the senses—noticed or sensed.

In context

Libranima551:36

Again it became suddenly plain and perceptible to him that he had just told a fearful lie …

Crime and Punishment - Dostoevsky (Illustrated Audiobook) Part 1 of 2

More examples

Her voice drops to a barely perceptible whisper.
There is a perceptible improvement in his reasoning.
The difference between the two shades is perceptible only in daylight.

Forms

perceptible · more perceptible · most perceptible

perceptibly adverb — In a way that can be noticed.

Similar words

noticeable: Often suggests drawing attention, not just being detectable.
detectable: Emphasizes discovery through careful observation, testing, or special equipment.
discernible: Emphasizes distinguishing something clearly enough to recognize or understand.