Invisible — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective noun /(ˌ)in-ˈvi-zə-bəl/ in·vis·i·ble

Meaning & Definition of Invisible

Invisible (adjective)

  1. incapable by nature of being seen, not perceptible by vision
  2. inaccessible to view, hidden; also, not marked by outward signs
  3. not openly acknowledged or made known

Invisible (noun)

  1. an invisible person or thing, someone or something that cannot be seen or perceived

Invisible (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. not readily seen or noticed

    "the stitches are invisible, so the mended skirt looks as good as new"

    similar: discreet, inconspicuous, unnoticeable, unobtrusive
    related: unnoticed, unremarked, unseen, impalpable, imperceptible, inappreciable, indistinguishable, insensible, faint, indistinct, obscure, concealed, hidden
    opposite: conspicuous, noticeable, visible
    near: arresting, eye-catching, showy, striking, flashy, loud, noisy, apparent, clear, discernible, distinct, evident, manifest, obvious, patent, plain, prominent, unmistakable, blatant, flagrant, glaring, gross, screaming

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Invisible

The most common words with a similar meaning to Invisible:

discreet, inconspicuous, unnoticeable, unobtrusive

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Invisible

Words with the opposite meaning of Invisible:

conspicuous, noticeable, visible

Related Words for Invisible

unnoticed, unremarked, unseen, impalpable, imperceptible, inappreciable, indistinguishable, insensible, faint, indistinct, obscure, concealed, hidden

Near Antonyms of Invisible

arresting, eye-catching, showy, striking, flashy, loud, noisy, apparent, clear, discernible, distinct, evident, manifest, obvious, patent, plain, prominent, unmistakable, blatant, flagrant, glaring, gross, screaming

Word Forms of Invisible

Inflections: invisibles

Derived words: invisibility (noun), invisibleness (noun), invisibly (adverb)

Origin & Etymology of Invisible

Middle English, from Anglo-French, from Latin invisibilis, from in- + visibilis visible

First known use: 14th century

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Invisible

Words & Phrases Containing Invisible

Invisible Fence, invisible hand, invisible ink

Frequently Asked Questions about Invisible

What does "Invisible" mean?

"Invisible" means incapable by nature of being seen, not perceptible by vision. As an an adjective and a noun, it is defined as: incapable by nature of being seen, not perceptible by vision.

What is another word for "Invisible"?

Other words for "Invisible" include discreet, inconspicuous, unnoticeable and unobtrusive. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Invisible" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Invisible"?

There are 17 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Invisible". Common alternatives include discreet, inconspicuous, unnoticeable and unobtrusive.

What is the opposite of "Invisible"?

Antonyms of "Invisible" include conspicuous, noticeable and visible. Near antonyms include arresting, eye-catching, showy and striking.

How do you use "Invisible" in a sentence?

Examples of "Invisible" in a sentence: "the stitches are invisible, so the mended skirt looks as good as new".

Is "Invisible" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Invisible" can be used as an adjective and a noun, depending on the context.

Is "Invisible" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a C1-level word, "Invisible" is typical of Cambridge C1 Advanced (CAE), IELTS band 7.0–8.0, TOEFL iBT 95–113, PTE Academic 76–84, TOEIC Listening & Reading 945+. Advanced words like this are also useful for the GRE, SAT, GMAT, and LSAT.

How do you pronounce "Invisible"?

"Invisible" is pronounced /(ˌ)in-ˈvi-zə-bəl/ and divided into syllables as in·vis·i·ble.