Définition de « appreciable » en Anglais

adjective

1. (usually) Both detectable and at least modestly substantial: large enough to be estimated and to be of practical relevance.

   • For many people, the benefits of exercise in improving mood and preventing achiness are appreciable.
   • If NEAsia were a zone of peace, those American forces would be unnecessary and they could be sent home and demobilized, saving the U.S. taxpayer an appreciable sum of money.

2. (sometimes) Synonym of detectable.

   • A small hernia was just barely appreciable upon palpation.