Indiscernible

C2 16+
Pronunciation Definitions Examples Grammatical Forms Origin and Evolution

Pronunciation: /ˌɪn.dɪˈsɜːr.nə.bəl/

Definitions of indiscernible

adjective not able to be seen, heard, or understood clearly

Example Sentences

A1 The writing on the wall was indiscernible, making it difficult to read.

A2 The instructions were indiscernible due to the small print.

B1 The details in the painting were indiscernible from a distance.

B2 The audio quality of the recording was so poor that the words were indiscernible.

C1 The subtle nuances of the performance were indiscernible to most audience members.

C2 The differences between the two versions of the document were indiscernible to the untrained eye.

Examples of indiscernible in a Sentence

formal The fine details of the painting were so small that they were almost indiscernible to the naked eye.

informal The handwriting on the note was so messy that it was practically indiscernible.

slang The lyrics of the song were mumbled so much that they became indiscernible.

figurative The emotional turmoil she was going through made her true feelings indiscernible to those around her.

Grammatical Forms of indiscernible

past tense

indiscerned

plural

indiscernibles

comparative

more indiscernible

superlative

most indiscernible

present tense

indiscernible

future tense

will be indiscernible

perfect tense

has been indiscernible

continuous tense

is being indiscernible

singular

indiscernible

positive degree

indiscernible

infinitive

to indiscernible

gerund

indiscerning

participle

indiscerning

Origin and Evolution of indiscernible

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'indiscernible' originated from the Latin word 'indiscernibilis', which is derived from the prefix 'in-' meaning 'not' and the verb 'discernere' meaning 'to separate or distinguish'.
Evolution of the word: Over time, 'indiscernible' has retained its original meaning of not able to be distinguished or perceived, but has also been used in a broader context to describe something that is difficult to perceive or understand.