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/
Korean meaning: 거의 알아차릴 수 없을 정도로 미세한, 지각할 수 없는
Korean pronunciation: 임퍼**셉**터블
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 gardener tends to imperceptible plant growth in morning light
What's imperceptible becomes perceptible when you're susceptible to detail!
🎤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'.
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📝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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