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What is another word for Intangible? – 113 Intangible Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    immaterial incorporeal nonphysical abstract invisible impalpable ephemeral fleeting transitory elusive intangible insubstantial ethereal airy imponderable unsubstantial unquantifiable inexpressible ungraspable imperceptible inconcrete formless shapeless bodiless ghostly spectral noncorporeal nonmaterial unembodied

    Meaning of Intangible

    The primary meaning of the word "intangible" is something that cannot be touched or perceived by the senses.

    Definitions

    • Unable to be touched or perceived by the senses
    • Difficult to understand or define
    • Not having a physical presence or substance

    Etymology of Intangible

    The word "intangible" originates from the Latin words "in" (meaning "not") and "tangere" (meaning "to touch")
    Historically, the term has been used to describe things that are abstract or lack physical presence

    Example Uses

    • The company's intangible assets, such as its brand and reputation, were valued highly by investors
    • The intangible nature of love and emotions makes them difficult to quantify or measure
    • The artist's use of light and shadow created an intangible atmosphere in the installation

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    tangible physical material concrete palpable substantial perceptible visible graspable corporeal bodily solid firm real actual factual definite clear distinct observable measurable quantifiable

    Related Nouns

    asset property quality attribute characteristic feature aspect element component part factor ingredient constituent substance matter material body form shape structure framework

    Related Verbs

    touch feel perceive sense grasp understand define describe explain quantify measure evaluate assess value appreciate recognize acknowledge discern distinguish

    Related Adjectives

    abstract immaterial nonphysical invisible impalpable ephemeral fleeting transitory elusive insubstantial ethereal airy imponderable unsubstantial unquantifiable inexpressible ungraspable imperceptible inconcrete formless shapeless bodiless