Discernible

Pronunciation: /dɪˈsɜːrnəbəl/

Definitions of discernible

adjective able to be seen, recognized, or understood

Example Sentences

A1 The difference between the two options was not discernible to me.

A2 The instructions were clear and discernible, even for beginners.

B1 The effects of the medication were not immediately discernible.

B2 The artist's unique style was easily discernible in all of his paintings.

C1 The subtle nuances in the novel were only discernible to those who had read it multiple times.

C2 The quality of the fabric was discernible to the expert tailor at first touch.

Examples of discernible in a Sentence

formal The difference in taste between the two brands of coffee was barely discernible.

informal I couldn't really tell the difference between the two, they tasted pretty much the same.

slang I couldn't pick out any discernible changes in the new version of the app.

figurative The impact of her words was discernible in the expressions of those around her.

Grammatical Forms of discernible

• past tense: discerned
• plural: discernibles
• comparative: more discernible
• superlative: most discernible
• present tense: discernible
• future tense: will discernible
• perfect tense: have discernible
• continuous tense: is discerning
• singular: discernible
• positive degree: discernible
• infinitive: to discern
• gerund: discerning
• participle: discerning

Origin and Evolution of discernible

First Known Use: 0015 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'discernible' originated from the Latin word 'discernibilis', which is derived from the verb 'discernere' meaning 'to separate or distinguish'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'discernible' has retained its original meaning of being able to be perceived or distinguished, but has also come to be associated with being clear or understandable.