Percepibile

Percepibile is an Italian adjective meaning able to be perceived, either by the senses or by cognitive processes. It describes phenomena, signals, or information that can be detected or recognised without requiring extensive interpretation. In ordinary use, it refers to things observable directly—such as a sound, a colour, or a texture—or to data and events that can be apprehended through observation or measurement.

Etymology: The word derives from the verb percepire (to perceive) and the suffix -ibile, from the Latin perceptibilis, indicating capability. The standard Italian form is percepibile.

Usage: Percepibile is common in scientific, technical, and philosophical contexts where it is important to distinguish what can be perceived from what cannot. It is often used to describe sensory data or phenomena that can be detected by observers without specialized tools, as well as information that can be inferred through direct observation. The usual antonym is impercettibile, meaning imperceptible.

See also: percezione, percepire. These related terms cover the act of sensing and the process by which stimuli are apprehended, providing a broader linguistic context for percepibile.