palpably

Thân thiện

The tension in the room was palpably thick.

Definition

Adverb: * In a way that is so intense, obvious, or tangible that it can be easily perceived, felt, or noticed. It describes something that is clearly evident to the senses or the mind.

Usage

The adverb "palpably" is used to modify a verb or an adjective to emphasize that a quality, feeling, or atmosphere is overwhelmingly clear and perceptible. It often describes tension, emotion, or a change in the environment.

Examples

• The excitement in the stadium was palpably electric as the final goal was scored.
• A palpably awkward silence fell over the room after his controversial remark.
• You could feel the relief in the air, palpably lifting everyone's spirits.

Advanced Usage

• "Palpably false": Used to describe a statement or claim that is so clearly untrue it can almost be felt as a deception.
  • His excuse for being late was palpably false.
• "Palpably unfair": Describes a situation or rule whose injustice is blatantly obvious and felt by those affected.
  • The new policy was palpably unfair to part-time workers.

Variants and Related Words

• Palpable (adjective): Able to be touched or felt; so intense as to be almost touched. (e.g., )
• Palpability (noun): The quality of being palpable. (e.g., )

Synonyms

• Obviously
• Clearly
• Manifestly
• Tangibly
• Noticeably
• Evidently
• Undeniably

Antonyms

• Imperceptibly
• Subtly
• Vaguely
• Invisibly

Học thuật

Adverb

1. so as to be palpable
   • she was palpably nervous