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imperceptible

adjective · noun

Simple meaning

Not perceptible, not detectable, too small in magnitude to be observed.

Pronunciation

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ihmpersehptihbuhl

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IPA pronunciation (US)

ɪmpɚˈsɛptɪbəl

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Definition

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adjective

  1. Not perceptible, not detectable, too small in magnitude to be observed.

  2. Beyond the purview of man; too great and all-encompassing to be perceived.

noun

  1. Something that is imperceptible.

Word at a Glance

Difficulty
C2 · Proficient (estimated)
Frequency
Rare

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This meaning: Not perceptible, not detectable, too small in magnitude to be observed.

Used this way, imperceptible is a reasonably familiar word that usually carries little praise or criticism of its own. It stays understated rather than dramatic. It usually sounds natural in a wide range of settings.

Emotional tone
Neutral
Formality
Neutral
Intensity
Mild
How common
Moderately common
Connotation
No strong connotation
Usage feel
Neutral and straightforward

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More ways to use imperceptible

  • “An imperceptible drop in temperature.”adjective

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Synonyms

Sense: not perceptible or not detectable

undetectableunobservable

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