Definition

In a way that can be easily perceived or felt; clearly noticeable.

Example

The tension in the room was palpably felt by everyone present.

Conversation

I could feel the excitement in the air during the concert.

It was palpably electric, right?

Absolutely! You could tell everyone was really enjoying it.

Yeah, the energy was just amazing throughout the whole show.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Palpably is formed from "palpable" (from Latin "palpabilis", meaning able to be touched or felt) and the adverbial suffix "-ly" (meaning in a manner of). The word "palpably" means in a manner that can be touched or felt, or clearly evident.

Memory Tip

Think of something that can be 'touched' or 'felt' ('palpable') — and the '-ly' just means in that manner. So, when something is palpably clear, it means you can really feel or sense it.

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