Definition of the word impalpable

Pronunciation of vocabulary impalpable

impalpableadjective

không thể sờ thấy

/ɪmˈpælpəbl//ɪmˈpælpəbl/

Origin of the word impalpable

The word "impalpable" comes from the Latin "impalpabilis," meaning "inconceivable" or "unperceptible." This Latin term is a combination of "in," meaning "not," and "palpus," meaning "touch" or "perception." In English, the word "impalpable" was first used in the 17th century to describe something that cannot be physically touched or perceived through the sense of touch. Over time, the word took on additional meanings, including "intangible," "ethereal," and "beyond the reach of perception." Today, "impalpable" is often used to describe abstract concepts, emotions, or ideas that are difficult to grasp or understand.

Vocabulary summary impalpable

typeadjective

meaningbarely palpable; very small, very fine

meaningdifficult to perceive, difficult to feel; very subtle

Example of vocabulary impalpablenamespace

meaning

that cannot be felt physically

không thể cảm nhận được bằng vật lý

  • The fog descended upon the city, making the air impalpable and obscuring visibility.

    Sương mù bao phủ thành phố, khiến không khí trở nên mờ đục và tầm nhìn bị hạn chế.

  • The silk fabric was so fine that it felt almost impalpable to the touch.

    Vải lụa mịn đến mức gần như không thể sờ vào.

  • The soft whispers of the wind through the trees created an impalpable sound that calmed the senses.

    Tiếng gió thổi nhẹ qua những tán cây tạo nên âm thanh êm dịu khiến mọi giác quan trở nên bình yên.

  • The scent of lilacs in bloom permeated the garden, leaving the air impalpable with their delicate fragrance.

    Mùi hương của hoa tử đinh hương nở rộ lan tỏa khắp khu vườn, khiến không khí thoang thoảng hương thơm tinh tế của chúng.

  • The heat haze shimmered over the pavement, making it seem as if the air itself was melting.

    Hơi nóng lấp lánh trên vỉa hè, khiến không khí có cảm giác như đang tan chảy.

meaning

very difficult to understand

rất khó hiểu

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