Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
impalpable
Adjective
/ɪmˈpæl.pə.bəl/
Definition
Unable to be touched or felt; intangible.
Examples
- The impalpable essence of a dream often eludes even the best interpreters.
- Despite the evidence presented, the concept remained impalpable to him.
- She could feel an impalpable sadness in the air, even though no one spoke of it.
Meaning
The word ‘impalpable’ describes something that cannot be perceived by touch or something that is difficult to fully understand or grasp.
Synonyms
- Intangible
- Insubstantial
- Imperceptible
- Elusive
