1
as in noticeable
capable of being seen
the visible light spectrum runs from red to violet
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2
as in famous
widely known
although he had been kicking around Hollywood for years, he only became a highly visible actor after his starring role in that year's biggest movie
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Recent Examples of visible
Around midnight on March 17, deputies found Rivera unresponsive in his Dublin cell with visible injuries after Faaui activated an emergency call button.
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Stephanie Lam, Mercury News, 13 Apr. 2025
One of the bullets grazed Trump's right ear, causing visible bleeding.
—David Faris, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 Apr. 2025
Plus, with everything neatly visible and contained, your in-flight space will stay clutter-free.
—Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 12 Apr. 2025
Tariffs’ Impact On Consumer Behavior For consumers, the most visible effect of these tariffs will be inflated prices at the checkout counter.
—Phil Lempert, Forbes.com, 3 Apr. 2025
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Stephanie Lam, Mercury News, 13 Apr. 2025
One of the bullets grazed Trump's right ear, causing visible bleeding.
—David Faris, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 Apr. 2025
Plus, with everything neatly visible and contained, your in-flight space will stay clutter-free.
—Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 12 Apr. 2025
Tariffs’ Impact On Consumer Behavior For consumers, the most visible effect of these tariffs will be inflated prices at the checkout counter.
—Phil Lempert, Forbes.com, 3 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for visible
Adjective
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Based on the study’s results, Tucker’s team believes that survivors of severe trauma may see noticeable changes in their biological systems’ baseline levels.—
Andrew Paul,
Popular Science,
10 Apr. 2025
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The aftermath of Hurricane Helene has left Augusta National Golf Club with a noticeable change in its lush greenery.—
Ashley J. DiMella Fox News,
FOXNews.com,
9 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The all cash deal, valued at $1.375 billion, will merge two of the most famous Italian luxury fashion brands under one roof.—
Alex Weprin,
HollywoodReporter,
10 Apr. 2025
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If the book falters, the production numbers – some based on famous Marilyn images and tropes, like the Seven Year Itch‘s subway grate scene, and the Diamonds Are A Girl’s Best Friend bit – are suitably flashy.—
Greg Evans,
Deadline,
10 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Deals on outdoor rugs Outdoor rugs enhance outdoor spaces by adding comfort, visual appeal and functionality.—
Nora Colomer,
FOXNews.com,
10 Apr. 2025
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In addition, The New Yorker earned two ASME Awards for Design, Photography, and Illustration, which recognize visual excellence.—
The New Yorker,
New Yorker,
10 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Among them was the explanation that Wuhan – the Chinese city where the virus first began spreading – is home to a prominent virology lab.—
Michael Loria,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2025
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Greer served as chief of staff to then-trade representative Robert Lighthizer during the first Trump administration, giving him a front row seat and a prominent role in negotiations with China on tariffs and an eventual trade agreement.—
Brett Samuels,
The Hill,
19 Apr. 2025
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Phenotype refers to how one’s genetic makeup is expressed in observable traits, including eye color, height and blood type.—
Gary Robbins,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
3 Apr. 2025
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Reasonable suspicion testing allows a supervisor to request a drug or alcohol test if there are observable and objective signs that an employee may be under the influence.—
Johnny C. Taylor Jr.,
USA TODAY,
25 Mar. 2025
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Set right on the thoroughfare that runs through its famed namesake area, you are surrounded by a wealth of shops, restaurants, and historical sites.—
Christina Liao,
Vogue,
15 Apr. 2025
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The issue comes up in group chats, on web forums, and even, occasionally, in couples-therapy sessions that the famed psychologist Julie Gottman facilitates.—
Ellen Cushing,
The Atlantic,
14 Apr. 2025
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To a casual observer, the difference between o1 and o1-pro might not be immediately apparent, yet the performance gap in business tasks can be substantial.—
Andrew Filev,
Forbes.com,
14 Apr. 2025
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That was apparent during their weekend series at Progressive Field against the reigning American League Central champion Guardians.—
Jaylon Thompson,
Kansas City Star,
13 Apr. 2025
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On Monday, April 7, Washington, 70, and Goldberg, 69, appeared at an event at the James Earl Jones Theatre — formerly known as the Cort Theatre — in Manhattan to pay tribute to Jones, the celebrated stage and screen actor who died at 93 in September 2024.—
Tommy McArdle,
People.com,
8 Apr. 2025
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Set on a rhodium lapel pin, this piece merges industrial shine with organic form, a subtle nod to the celebrated flower of the Kentucky Derby.—
Lisa Lockwood,
Footwear News,
7 Apr. 2025
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“Visible.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/visible. Accessed 22 Apr. 2025.
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