intangible

• Décrit ce qui ne peut pas être physiquement touché ou mesuré, souvent en référence à des qualités abstraites telles que les sentiments, les droits ou la valeur.

Describes something that cannot be physically touched or measured, often referring to abstract qualities like feelings, rights, or value.

1. Not physically touchableB2formal

   Something that cannot be physically touched or grasped; abstract.

   intangible (non palpable)

   • Trust is an intangible asset in any relationship.
   • The value of a brand is often intangible.
   • Ideas are intangible but can have a huge impact.

   Synonymesabstractimmaterialimpalpableincorporealuntouchable

   Antonymesconcretematerialphysicaltangibletouchable

2. Difficult to define or measureC1formal

   Something that is not easily defined, measured, or quantified.

   difficile à définir ou mesurer

   • The intangible benefits of meditation include peace of mind.
   • Her contribution to the team was intangible but invaluable.
   • The company's culture is an intangible factor in its success.

   Synonymesabstractelusiveimpalpableindefinablenebulousvague

   Antonymesclearconcretedefinitemeasurablequantifiablespecifictangible

• Nom désignant ce qui ne peut pas être physiquement touché ou perçu par le toucher, souvent utilisé en affaires, en droit ou en philosophie pour décrire des actifs, des qualités ou des concepts sans substance physique.

A noun referring to something that cannot be physically touched or perceived by touch, often used in business, law, or philosophy to describe assets, qualities, or concepts that lack physical substance.

1. Intangible assetC1formal

   An asset that is not physical in nature, such as intellectual property, goodwill, or brand recognition.

   Actif incorporel

   • The company's most valuable intangible is its brand reputation.
   • Intangibles like patents and trademarks are crucial for tech firms.
   • Accountants must carefully evaluate intangibles during mergers.

   Synonymesintangible asset

2. Abstract conceptC1formal

   Something that cannot be touched or physically perceived, such as an idea or feeling.

   notion abstraite

   • Love and trust are intangibles that define human relationships.
   • The artist tried to capture the intangible of joy in her painting.
   • Philosophers often debate the nature of intangibles like consciousness.

   Synonymesabstractabstractionconceptideaimmaterialitynotion