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observable

adjective
ob·​serv·​able | \ É™b-ˈzÉ™r-vÉ™-bÉ™l How to pronounce observable (audio) \

Definition of observable

2 : capable of being observed : discernible

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Other Words from observable

observability \ É™b-​ËŒzÉ™r-​vÉ™-​ˈbi-​lÉ™-​tÄ“ How to pronounce observability (audio) \ noun
observable noun
observably \ É™b-​ˈzÉ™r-​vÉ™-​blÄ“ How to pronounce observably (audio) \ adverb

Synonyms & Antonyms for observable

Synonyms

apparent, seeable, visible, visual

Antonyms

invisible, sightless, viewless

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Examples of observable in a Sentence

the size of the observable universe scientists often work with phenomena that are not directly observable

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The question, then, was how to connect it to properties that are observable. Quanta Magazine, "Mysterious Quantum Rule Reconstructed From Scratch," 13 Feb. 2019 That capacity and range, along with the low-observable shape of the drone, could essentially double the range of F/A-18 Super Hornet and F-35C Joint Strike Fighter attack missions. Sean Gallagher, Ars Technica, "Boeing wins bid to build the Navy’s carrier-launched tanker drone," 31 Aug. 2018 In the past, officers have also built cases for probable cause using observable physical evidence or citing suspicious behavior during encounters. Mark D. Wilson, chicagotribune.com, "Law and odor: Police hazy on how to use drug-sniffing dogs under Texas hemp law," 23 July 2019 During the 2½ -hour production, directed by Bartlett Sher, the characters exchange no audible words, their only observable contact a whisper by Weller into Wilhelmi’s ear as Mayella takes the stand and Bob is banished from the room. Peter Marks, Washington Post, "The offstage challenges of playing a racist in ‘To Kill a Mockingbird’," 3 July 2019 But the reality is that the observable impact of partisan gerrymanders on partisan control of the House of Representatives is fairly modest, prone to breaking down over time, and no barrier to frequent changes in control of the chamber. Dan Mclaughlin, National Review, "How Much Does Gerrymandering Really Matter?," 28 June 2019 Holmstén’s only observable office perk is the ability to spin his chair around and gaze at the looming Freedom Tower through floor-to-ceiling windows. Claudia Rosenbaum, Billboard, "Jobs of Tomorrow: Spotify's Nick Holmstén on Why the Streaming Giant and Its Algorithm Are Good for Business," 27 June 2019 The strong overnight ratings back up what was observable on Sunday: Widespread enthusiasm for the US women's national team. Brian Stelter, CNN, "US viewers tuned into women's World Cup final in record numbers," 8 July 2019 The new policy says all one-to-one interactions should be ‘‘observable and interruptible,’’ including massages, icing and taping, stretching and any other physical contact. BostonGlobe.com, "Flyers give Kevin Hayes a seven-year, $50 million deal," 19 June 2019

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First Known Use of observable

1589, in the meaning defined at sense 2

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observable

adjective

English Language Learners Definition of observable

: possible to see or notice : able to be observed

observable

adjective
ob·​serv·​able | \ É™b-ˈzÉ™r-vÉ™-bÉ™l How to pronounce observable (audio) \

Kids Definition of observable

: noticeable Her cat's shape was observable under the blanket.

Other Words from observable

observably \ -​blÄ“ \ adverb

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