discernible — Able to be perceived, recognized, or distinguished by the senses or mind. Noticeable enough to be detected or identified, though sometimes subtle.
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: Able to be perceived, recognized, or distinguished by the senses or mind. Noticeable enough to be detected or identified, though sometimes subtle.
Pronunciation (IPA): /dɪˈsɜrnəbəl/
Example Sentences
- The chef's secret ingredient made a discernible difference in the pizza's taste.
- There was barely a discernible accent in her English, even though she was from Korea.
- My cat showed no discernible interest in the expensive cat toy, preferring the cardboard box instead.
discernible
ADJECTIVE[/dɪˈsɜrnəbəl/]
Able to be perceived, recognized, or distinguished by the senses or mind. Noticeable enough to be detected or identified, though sometimes subtle.
Able to be perceived, recognized, or distinguished by the senses or mind. Noticeable enough to be detected or identified, though sometimes subtle.
What seemed terrible becomes discernible, revealing something incredible!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'discernere' meaning 'to separate or distinguish between things.' The word entered English through Old French, keeping its core meaning of being able to tell things apart.
Breakdown
dis- (apart/away) + cern- (to sift/separate) + -ible (able to be)
🎵Rhyme
📝Examples
“The chef's secret ingredient made a discernible difference in the pizza's taste.”
“There was barely a discernible accent in her English, even though she was from Korea.”
“My cat showed no discernible interest in the expensive cat toy, preferring the cardboard box instead.”
“The student's improvement in math was discernible after just one month of tutoring.”
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