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Definition of Palpable
1. Adjective. Capable of being perceived; especially capable of being handled or touched or felt. "A palpable lie"
Exact synonyms: Tangible
Similar to: Perceptible
Also: Perceptible
Antonyms: Impalpable
Derivative terms: Tangibility, Tangibleness
Similar to: Perceptible
Also: Perceptible
Antonyms: Impalpable
Derivative terms: Tangibility, Tangibleness
2. Adjective. Can be felt by palpation. "A palpable tumor"
Category relationships: Medical Specialty, Medicine
Similar to: Perceptible
Derivative terms: Palpability
Similar to: Perceptible
Derivative terms: Palpability
Definition of Palpable
1. a. Capable of being touched and felt; perceptible by the touch; as, a palpable form.
Definition of Palpable
1. capable of being felt [adj] : PALPABLY [adv]
Medical Definition of Palpable
1. 1. Perceptible to touch; capable of being palpated. 2. Evident; plain. Origin: see palpation (05 Mar 2000)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Palpable
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