palpable
/ˈpalpəbəl/
Group 8Difficulty 1/3
Definition
- (adjective)
- So intense as to seem almost tangible; readily perceived GRE
Example in Context
The tension in the room was palpable as the jury foreman rose to deliver the verdict in the high-profile corruption trial.
Synonyms
obvioustangibleclear
Etymology
Capable of being touched or felt; intense.
- palpare (Latin) — to touch or feel
- -able (Latin) — capable of
Memory Aid
🐂Sounds like “palp a bull”
Imagine a bull named PALP charging towards you, so intense you can almost FEEL the ground shake!
Visual Association
🔥A campfire radiating warmth so strong you can almost touch the heat!
Semantic Clusters
Synonym Groups
Frequently Asked Questions
What does “palpable” mean on the GRE?
palpable (adjective) means “So intense as to seem almost tangible; readily perceived”. The tension in the room was palpable as the jury foreman rose to deliver the verdict in the high-profile corruption trial.
How to remember “palpable” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “palpable” sounds like “palp a bull”. Imagine a bull named PALP charging towards you, so intense you can almost FEEL the ground shake!
What are synonyms for “palpable”?
Common synonyms: obvious, tangible, clear.