English · Adjectives
tangible
/ˈtæn.dʒə.bəl/
[/ˈtæn.dʒə.bəl/]
real and concrete
Advancedadjective
Definition
Real and concrete enough to be perceived, measured, or clearly demonstrated.
Example
After months of effort, the team finally produced tangible results they could show investors.
After months of effort, the team finally produced tangible results they could show investors.
Etymology
From Latin 'tangere' (to touch), via 'tangibilis'.
How & Where It’s Used
Common in business and academic writing contrasting the concrete with the abstract.