Definition of tangibly

The word "tangibly" has its roots in the 15th century, derived from the Latin word "tangere," which means "to touch." In medieval Latin, "tangibilis" referred to something that could be touched or physically sensed. The English language adopted the word "tangible" from Old French, which used the phrase "tangiblement" (by touch) or "en tangible" (in a tangible way). By the 16th century, "tangibly" emerged as an adverb, describing something that can be sensed or perceived through physical contact. Today, the word "tangibly" is often used to describe concepts that can be experienced or understood through sensory means, such as a tangible object, a tangibly strong connection, or even a tangibly delicious meal!