Discernable (Adjective)
Meaning
Perceptible by the senses or intellect; "things happen in the earth and sky with no discernible cause"; "the newspaper reports no discernible progress in the negotiations"; "the skyline is easily discernible even at a distance of several miles".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The sound of the waves was discernable even from a distance, creating a soothing atmosphere.
- A slight but discernable change in her tone of voice hinted at her true feelings about the situation.
- Despite their similarities, the two paintings have a discernable difference in style and brushwork.
- The city's culture and history are discernable in its architecture, which reflects a mix of old and new influences.
- The small, subtle nuances in his facial expressions were barely discernable, but they told a story of their own.