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English adjective: impalpable

1. impalpable incapable of being perceived by the senses especially the sense of touch


SamplesThe intangible constituent of energy.


Synonymsintangible


See alsoabstract


Antonymstangible, touchable

2. impalpable imperceptible to the senses or the mind


SamplesAn impalpable cloud.
Impalpable shadows.
Impalpable distinctions.
As impalpable as a dream.


Similarelusive, subtle


See alsoimperceptible, unperceivable


Antonymspalpable, tangible

3. impalpable not perceptible to the touch


SamplesAn impalpable pulse.


Similarimperceptible, unperceivable


Antonymsperceptible









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