Visible

Definition

Able to be seen by the eye; perceptible to the view.

Parts of Speech

• Adjective

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˈvɪzəbəl/
• Respelling: VIZ-uh-buhl

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˈvɪzɪbəl/
• Respelling: VIZ-i-buhl

In both American and British English, "visible" is pronounced with the stress on the first syllable. The main difference lies in the vowel sound of the second syllable;

the American pronunciation uses a schwa sound (ə), making it "uh," while the British pronunciation tends to use a short "i" sound, similar to "i" in "bit." The ending "-ble" is pronounced as "buhl" in both accents.

Etymology

The word "visible" comes from the Latin word "visibilis," derived from "videre," meaning 'to see.'

Derivatives

• Visibility
• Visibly
• Invisibility
• Invisible
• Visibleness

Synonyms

• Observable
• Perceptible
• Apparent

Antonyms

• Invisible
• Hidden
• Obscure

Usage

• "The moon is clearly visible in the night sky."
• "His efforts were visible in the success of the project."

Related Terms

• Sight
• Observe
• Noticeable
• Transparent
• Detectable

Detailed Definition

Adjective

• Perceptible by Sight: Able to be seen or noticed, especially without the aid of special instruments or devices.
• Example: "The mountains were clearly visible from the balcony."

• Obvious to Attention: Clear to the mind or readily understood; evident.
• Example: "The tension in the room was immediately visible."

• Present and Accessible: Available for use or present in a certain location, especially referring to assets.
• Example: "She made all the documents visible to the auditors."