Definition of discernible

discernibleadjective

rõ ràng

/dɪˈsɜːnəbl//dɪˈsɜːrnəbl/

"Discernible" originates from the Latin verb "discernere," meaning "to separate, distinguish, or perceive clearly." It's a combination of "dis" (apart) and "cernere" (to sieve or separate). The word evolved through Old French ("descerner") and Middle English ("discernen") before solidifying in its current form. The prefix "dis-" highlights the idea of separating or distinguishing, emphasizing the ability to perceive something clearly and individually.

namespace

that can be recognized or understood

có thể được công nhận hoặc hiểu

Example:
  • There is often no discernible difference between rival brands.

    Thường không có sự khác biệt rõ ràng giữa các thương hiệu đối thủ.

Related words and phrases

that can be seen or heard, but not very clearly

có thể nhìn thấy hoặc nghe thấy nhưng không rõ ràng lắm

Example:
  • His face was barely discernible in the gloom.

    Khuôn mặt của anh ta hầu như không thể nhìn thấy được trong bóng tối.

Idioms

have/want none of something
to refuse to accept something
  • I offered to pay but he was having none of it.
  • They pretended to be enthusiastic about my work but then suddenly decided they wanted none of it.
  • none but
    (literary)only
  • None but he knew the truth.
  • none the less
    despite this fact
    none other than
    used to emphasize who or what somebody/something is, when this is surprising
  • Her first customer was none other than Mrs Obama.