intangible

UK/ɪn'tæn(d)ʒɪb(ə)l/US/in'tændʒәbl/

GREC1

Definitions

adj.

Unable to be touched; without physical form

无形的，触摸不到的

adj.

Hard to define or grasp clearly

难以捉摸的，说不清的

Something without physical substance, especially a non-physical asset

无形资产；无形之物

Root Breakdown

Root-derived

in-not, opposite of

tang-touch

-iblecapable of, worthy of

=intangible

in- (not) + tangible (touchable) = "not touchable." The direct negation of tangible, used both for things with no physical form (an intangible asset like a brand) and for qualities too elusive to pin down (an intangible charm).

Root tact still carries 52 more words

Example Sentences

1.
Brand reputation is an intangible asset worth millions.
2.
She had an intangible quality that drew people to her.
3.
The benefits of the program are largely intangible.

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