perceptible Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. adjective capable of being perceived by the mind or senses
    • a perceptible limp
    • easily perceptible sounds
    • perceptible changes in behavior
  2. adjective satellite easily perceived by the senses or grasped by the mind
    • a perceptible sense of expectation in the court
  3. adjective satellite easily seen or detected
    detectable.
    • a detectable note of sarcasm
    • he continued after a perceptible pause

WordNet


Per*cep"ti*ble adjective
Etymology
L. perceptibilis: cf. F. perceptible. See Perceive.
Definitions
  1. Capable of being perceived; cognizable; discernible; perceivable.
    With a perceptible blast of the air. Bacon.
    -- Per*cep"ti*ble*ness, n. -- Per*cep"ti*bly, adv.

Webster 1913