imperceptible — so slight, gradual, or subtle as to be barely noticeable
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: so slight, gradual, or subtle as to be barely noticeable
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌɪmpərˈseptəbl/
Example Sentences
- The magician's sleight of hand was so imperceptible that even the cameras couldn't catch it.
- My weight loss is imperceptible - I think my scale is just being polite.
- The temperature rise was imperceptible at first, but became noticeable over time.
imperceptible
ADJECTIVE[/ˌɪmpərˈseptəbl/]
so slight, gradual, or subtle as to be barely noticeable
The clock's hour hand moves in imperceptible increments you can never quite catch.
What's imperceptible becomes perceptible when you're susceptible to detail!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'imperceptibilis', derived from the prefix 'in-' (not) combined with 'perceptibilis' (perceptible), which comes from 'percipere' meaning 'to perceive' or 'to understand'.
Breakdown
im- (not) + per- (through) + cept (perceive, seize) + -ible (capable of) = imperceptible
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The magician's sleight of hand was so imperceptible that even the cameras couldn't catch it.”
“My weight loss is imperceptible - I think my scale is just being polite.”
“The temperature rise was imperceptible at first, but became noticeable over time.”
“There was an imperceptible nod from the boss, which somehow everyone understood as approval.”
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