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Appreciable
//əˈpɹiːʃəbl// adj
Definitions
Adjective
- 1 Both detectable and at least modestly substantial: large enough to be estimated and to be of practical relevance. usually
"For many people, the benefits of exercise in improving mood and preventing achiness are appreciable."
- 2 Synonym of detectable. sometimes
"A small hernia was just barely appreciable upon palpation."
Adjective
- 1 enough to be estimated or measured wordnet
Etymology
From French appréciable. By surface analysis, appreci(ate) + -able.
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