Detectable (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Easily seen or detected; "a detectable note of sarcasm"; "he continued after a perceptible pause".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- There was a detectable difference in her behavior after she returned from her trip abroad.
- A detectable change in the color of the liquid indicated a chemical reaction was occurring.
- His embarrassment was evident, and his frustration was a detectable undercurrent to his conversation.
- A detectable layer of dust on the furniture made it clear the room had not been cleaned in a while.
- Her exhaustion was a detectable quality that lingered even after a good night's sleep.
Synonyms
Meaning 2
Capable of being detected; "after a noticeable pause the lecturer continued".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The odor of gas was detectable in the air, indicating a potential leak.
- A faint hum was detectable in the background of the recording, which the editor tried to remove.
- The athlete's slight limp was detectable to the trained eye of the coach, who ordered her to sit out the rest of the game.
- After a few hours, the effects of the medication were detectable in the patient's improved condition.
- The tiny crack in the glass was detectable only under close inspection, but it was enough to render the vase useless.