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What is another word for Tangible? – 126 Tangible Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    palpable concrete material physical real substantial actual evident noticeable apparent visible observable perceptible discernible sensible feelable touchable graspable handheld solid corporeal bodily fleshly earthly worldly realistic pragmatic down-to-earth practical factual authentic genuine true veritable

    Meaning of Tangible

    The primary meaning of "tangible" is something that can be touched or felt.

    Definitions

    • Having a physical existence or substance, able to be touched or felt
    • Able to be perceived by touch or able to be grasped, held, or handled
    • Clearly defined or identifiable, able to be measured or quantified
    • Real or actual, rather than imaginary or theoretical

    Etymology of Tangible

    The word "tangible" comes from the Latin word "tangibilis," meaning "that can be touched," derived from "tangere," meaning "to touch"
    Historically, the word has been used in English since the 15th century to describe something that can be perceived through the sense of touch

    Example Uses

    • The artist created a tangible representation of her idea using clay and wire.
    • The company's financial success is a tangible result of their hard work and dedication.
    • The therapist encouraged the patient to focus on tangible goals, such as taking a few steps each day.

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    intangible abstract imaginary unreal hypothetical theoretical invisible imperceptible impalpable insubstantial ephemeral fleeting transitory elusive vague obscure ambiguous unclear indefinite immeasurable unquantifiable unperceivable

    Related Nouns

    asset object substance material property possession goods commodity product merchandise ware article thing entity body matter stuff fabric texture surface form shape structure framework

    Related Verbs

    touch feel grasp hold handle manipulate palpate perceive sense discern notice observe examine inspect explore investigate probe test measure quantify evaluate assess

    Related Adjectives

    physical material real actual concrete substantial solid corporeal bodily earthly worldly practical pragmatic down-to-earth factual authentic genuine true veritable perceptible sensible visible observable discernible