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单词 intangible
释义

intangible

1 of 2

adjective

in·​tan·​gi·​ble (ˌ)in-ˈtan-jə-bəl How to pronounce intangible (audio)
: not tangible : impalpable
education's intangible benefits
intangibility
in-ˌtan-jə-ˈbi-lə-tē How to pronounce intangible (audio)
noun
intangibleness
in-ˈtan-jə-bəl-nəs How to pronounce intangible (audio)
noun
intangibly
in-ˈtan-jə-blē How to pronounce intangible (audio)
adverb

intangible

2 of 2

noun

: something intangible: such as
a
: an asset (such as goodwill) that is not corporeal
b
: an abstract quality or attribute

Synonyms

Adjective

  • impalpable
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Example Sentences

Adjective Leadership is an intangible asset to a company. electrical energy is completely intangible
Recent Examples on the Web
Adjective
Joint ventures additionally would have to disclose what makes up the goodwill—or intangible assets—recognized by the joint venture such as benefits that come from combining assets or businesses, according to the FASB. Jennifer Williams-alvarez, WSJ, 14 Sep. 2022 Gloria Estefan's talent is experienced through her music but is relatively intangible otherwise. Caroline Thayer, Fox News, 1 Sep. 2022 These rules differ from those for goodwill and other intangible assets with an unlimited life—such as trademarks and brands—which force companies to test for impairment at least once a year. Sharon Terlep, WSJ, 30 Aug. 2022 Investing in these intangible assets that comprise the knowledge economy will boost U.S. global competitiveness while also helping domestic firms remain competitive. Ike Brannon, Forbes, 2 Aug. 2022 When hiring the right people for the right roles, the intangible that turns a group into a team is building a great culture. Ira Bedzow, Forbes, 17 Aug. 2022 Though this initial fear eventually subsided, an intangible dark cloud remained. Alyssa Fiorentino, House Beautiful, 10 Aug. 2022 One example is creating an SPV to hold and manage any intangible intellectual property that is created. Jd Morris, Forbes, 2 Aug. 2022 The company certainly uses its intangible skills to its advantage in all that. Mark P. Mills, WSJ, 26 July 2022
Noun
Those intangibles caught the Chargers’ attention, Lynn said. Jeff Miller, Los Angeles Times, 26 Apr. 2020 But what about the intangibles, like touch, reading defenses and feel for the game? Don Norcross, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 Aug. 2019 But the intangibles seem to be at least as much of a loss to the music education veteran. David Z. Morris, Fortune, 27 Apr. 2020 His brain and his intangibles are an asset on the field. Nathan Baird, cleveland, 20 Feb. 2020 But those are intangibles that wouldn’t show up on the balance sheet. Greg Jefferson, ExpressNews.com, 10 Oct. 2019 But there are also some intangibles worth discussing beyond the gunplay and the gameplay loop. Samuel Axon, Ars Technica, 23 Jan. 2020 There are also the intangibles that only Lynch can bring to a locker room. Ken Belson, New York Times, 24 Dec. 2019 The Dolphins are banking on those intangibles to help return them to relevance. Nate Davis, USA TODAY, 16 Mar. 2018 See More

Word History

Etymology

Adjective

French or Medieval Latin; French, from Medieval Latin intangibilis, from Latin in- + Late Latin tangibilis tangible

First Known Use

Adjective

1640, in the meaning defined above

Noun

1914, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

intangible

adjective

in·​tan·​gi·​ble in-ˈtan-jə-bəl How to pronounce intangible (audio)
1
: not capable of being touched
Light is intangible.
2
: not having physical substance
Goodwill is an intangible asset.

Legal Definition

intangible 1 of 2

adjective

in·​tan·​gi·​ble in-ˈtan-jə-bəl How to pronounce intangible (audio)
: incapable of being touched : having no physical existence : not tangible or corporeal

intangible

2 of 2

noun

: something intangible
specifically : an asset (as goodwill or a patent right) that is not corporeal

intangible

adjective

as in incorporeal
not capable of being perceived by the sense of touch electrical energy is completely intangible

Synonyms & Similar Words

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  • incorporeal
  • impalpable
  • immaterial
  • spiritual
  • unreal
  • insubstantial
  • ethereal
  • bodiless
  • unsubstantial

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • tangible
  • physical
  • palpable
  • tactile
  • corporeal
  • real
  • touchable
  • embodied
  • substantial
  • solid
  • material
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