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palpably

/ˈpæl.pə.bli/
pal · pa · bly
Adjective:palpable
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• adverb

1

In a manner that is so intense, distinct, or obvious as to be easily perceived by the mind or senses; noticeably or unmistakably.

Example

"The crowd grew palpably restless as the concert was delayed for another hour."

2

In a physical manner that can be touched or felt, especially in medical examination.

Example

"During the routine checkup, the physician noted that the patient's lymph nodes were palpably enlarged."

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• Rhymes for palpably

• Nearby Words

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palsied

Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the adjective 'palpable', which comes from Late Latin 'palpabilis' ('that may be touched or felt'), from the verb 'palpare' ('to touch softly' or 'stroke'), combined with the adverbial suffix '-ly'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Palpably. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/palpably
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