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appreciable definition

ap·pre·ci·able (ə prē′s̸hə bəl, -s̸hē ə-)

adjective

enough to be perceived or estimated; noticeable; measurable an appreciable difference

Etymology: ME & OFr < ML appretiabilis: see appreciate & -able

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appreciable Synonyms

appreciable

modif.

recognizable, considerable, perceptible, discernible, measurable, sizable, goodly, good-sized, substantial, tangible, definite, estimable, ascertainable, calculable, visible, apparent, distinguishable, sensible, material, perceivable, evident, detectable, noticeable, significant, fairish*, not inconsiderable*, healthy*. *See syn. study at tangible.

Antonyms imperceptible, slight, inconsiderable.


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appreciable Usage Examples

Modifying Another Word

  • not: There is foliar growth at the time of plowing but not appreciable rhizome growth.

Modifies a noun

  • difference: HL had not seen an appreciable difference in speed from Denmark.

Used with adjective complement

  • become: The risk of invasive cancer becomes appreciable once the polyp diameter has exceeded 1cm.
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