palpable
1 of 1adjective/ˈpælpəbəl/
Forms:more palpable,most palpable
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capable of being physically sensed
- The lump on his arm was palpable, even through the fabric.
- A palpable scar ran across his cheek, rough to the touch.
- The tension in his muscles was palpable under the therapist's hands.
- The heat from the fire was palpable, warming the entire room.
- Her heartbeat was palpable against his chest.
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so obvious that it can be felt
- The tension in the room was palpable, making everyone uneasy.
- Her excitement was palpable as she waited for the results of the competition.
- The relief among the team members was palpable after completing the difficult project.
- The fear in his voice was palpable as he recounted the harrowing experience.
- The sadness in her eyes was palpable as she spoke about her loss.