1
as in noticeable
capable of being seen
the visible light spectrum runs from red to violet
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2
as in famous
widely known
although he had been kicking around Hollywood for years, he only became a highly visible actor after his starring role in that year's biggest movie
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Recent Examples of visible
The Milky Way galaxy will remain visible throughout the summer and even into early fall, but planning your skywatching around the darker moon phases as far from artificial light as possible is key.
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Valerie Mesa, People.com, 20 May 2025
The photos, which as of Tuesday remained on her Instagram and X with no visible watermark, show her in white fur coat and slip dress, clutching a Chanel purse.
—Julius Miller, Los Angeles Times, 20 May 2025
With her asymmetrical turquoise cutout dress, Rihanna proves that cut and color can be just as exciting as visible nipples or 10-foot long trains.
—Emma Mehl, Glamour, 20 May 2025
But for now, that was the only visible sign that the school in the Philadelphia suburbs had a new famous alumnus.
—Phaedra Trethan, USA Today, 10 May 2025
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Valerie Mesa, People.com, 20 May 2025
The photos, which as of Tuesday remained on her Instagram and X with no visible watermark, show her in white fur coat and slip dress, clutching a Chanel purse.
—Julius Miller, Los Angeles Times, 20 May 2025
With her asymmetrical turquoise cutout dress, Rihanna proves that cut and color can be just as exciting as visible nipples or 10-foot long trains.
—Emma Mehl, Glamour, 20 May 2025
But for now, that was the only visible sign that the school in the Philadelphia suburbs had a new famous alumnus.
—Phaedra Trethan, USA Today, 10 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for visible
Adjective
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Last year, there were multiple reports and videos of noticeable early exits at various Trump events.—
Martha McHardy,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 May 2025
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Most notably, though, Musk arrived with an immediately noticeable bruise on his right eye.—
Meredith Kile,
People.com,
30 May 2025
Adjective
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The show is meant to resemble the actual speaking engagements Twain did after he had become established as one of the world’s most famous and popular authors in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
30 May 2025
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Inclusive dining options do not include the hotel’s most famous eatery, high-end Oscar’s Steakhouse, by former Vegas mayor Oscar Goodman.—
Larry Olmsted,
Forbes.com,
30 May 2025
Adjective
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Depending on the critic, Gates, 51, a professor of visual art at the University of Chicago, is a land artist.—
Christopher Borrelli,
Chicago Tribune,
28 May 2025
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His visual art has been featured by PBS and Los Angeles’ premier art institutions: the LA Opera, Hammer Museum, and the Center Theatre Group.—
R. Daniel Foster,
Forbes.com,
27 May 2025
Adjective
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This news dovetails with previous events, such as Trump welcoming the prominent antisemites Nick Fuentes and Kanye West to his home for dinner.—
Jelani Cobb,
New Yorker,
25 May 2025
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The cooked agave notes are more prominent on the palate, accompanied by citrus and tropical fruits, a touch of anise/licorice, and a mild pepperiness.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes.com,
24 May 2025
Adjective
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Muchacho Alegre, 2250 Jacksboro Highway, had a score of 19 and was closed because of observable roaches near the stove and issues with water temperature.—
Lillie Davidson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
24 May 2025
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This approach not only reduces risk but also builds confidence across the team through clear, observable progress.—
Kunal Abichandani,
Forbes.com,
21 May 2025
Adjective
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The Bristol Bears loose-head prop earned his first selection for the famed British and Irish Lions team.—
Vitas Carosella,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2025
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Thousands of workers at Boston's famed Fenway Park — the historic home of the Red Sox — might go on strike for the first time ever for higher pay, the UNITE HERE Local 26 union announced earlier this month.—
Margie Cullen,
USA Today,
22 May 2025
Adjective
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Perhaps more than any other genre, the evolution of punk rock (both in Los Angeles and around the world) is never more apparent than in the age range of bands at music festivals.—
Josh Chesler,
Los Angeles Times,
21 May 2025
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That license is currently set to expire on May 27, but sources indicate it may now be extended by 60 days — an apparent diplomatic concession aimed at easing tensions and fostering future cooperation.—
Antonio Maria Delgado,
Miami Herald,
21 May 2025
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Perhaps not coincidentally, Chloe has grown up to be a celebrated journalist and activist, while Nikki is a recovering addict whose son has been raised by Chloe.—
Alan Sepinwall,
Rolling Stone,
26 May 2025
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The celebrated rapper, wearing a black leather jacket over a white T-shirt, drew a crowd of spectators in the rain outside the courthouse.—
Daniel Arkin,
NBC news,
22 May 2025
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“Visible.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/visible. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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