Definition of IMPALPABLE

impalpable

Meanings

Adjective

  • incapable of being perceived by the senses especially the sense of touch; - James Jeans
  • imperceptible to the senses or the mind
    • "an impalpable cloud"
    • "impalpable shadows"
    • "impalpable distinctions"
    • "as impalpable as a dream"

Adjective Satellite

  • not perceptible to the touch
    • "an impalpable pulse"

Adj

  • Incapable of being touched or felt; incorporeal, intangible.
  • Not able to be perceived, or able to be perceived only with difficulty; insubstantial, thin.
  • Not easily grasped (mentally) or understood.

Origin / Etymology

From Middle French impalpable, from Medieval Latin impalpabilis. See im- + palpable.

Synonyms

intangible

Antonyms

palpable, tangible

Scrabble Score: 18

impalpable is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
impalpable is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
impalpable is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 24

impalpable is a valid Words With Friends word