visible Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. adjective capable of being seen; or open to easy view
    seeable.
    • a visible object
    • visible stars
    • mountains visible in the distance
    • a visible change of expression
    • visible files
  2. adjective satellite obvious to the eye
    • a visible change of expression
  3. adjective satellite present and easily available
    • the cash on hand is adequate for current needs
    • emergency police were on hand in case of trouble
    • a visible supply
    • visible resources

WordNet

Vis"i*ble adjective
Etymology
L. visibilis, fr. videre, visum, to see: cf. F. visible. See Vision.
Definitions
  1. Perceivable by the eye; capable of being seen; perceptible; in view; as, a visible star; the least spot is visible on white paper.
    Maker of heaven and earth, and of all things visible and invisible. Bk. of Com. Prayer.
    Virtue made visible in outward grace. Young.
  2. Noticeable; apparent; open; conspicuous. Shak.
    The factions at court were greater, or more visible, than before. Clarendon.
    -- Vis"i*ble*ness, n. -- Vis"i*bly, adv.

Webster 1913