intangible
Intangible (adj) means Unable to be touched or physically grasped; not solid or concrete. Example: “Company culture is intangible, but it affects everything employees do.”
How to use intangible
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomething real but that you can't physically touch or measure directly.
Word forms
more intangible comparative, intangibles plural, most intangible superlative
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Etymology
From Latin tangere, "to touch," with the negative prefix in- — literally "untouchable."
Synonyms
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Rhymes for intangible
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What does “intangible” mean?
The word “intangible” means unable to be touched or physically grasped; not solid or concrete. In plain terms, something real but that you can't physically touch or measure directly.
How do you pronounce “intangible”?
“Intangible” is pronounced ihn-TAN-jih-buhl (/ɪnˈtæn.d͡ʒə.bəl/ in IPA).
How do you use “intangible” in a sentence?
Here is “intangible” used in a sentence: “Company culture is intangible, but it affects everything employees do.”
What part of speech is “intangible”?
Depending on how it is used, “intangible” can be an adjective and a noun.
Where does the word “intangible” come from?
The word “intangible” comes from Latin. From Latin tangere, "to touch," with the negative prefix in- — literally "untouchable.".
Is “intangible” a common word?
“Intangible” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “intangible” have?
“Intangible” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: unable to be touched or physically grasped; not solid or concrete.