Visible vs. Viewable — What's the Difference?
Difference Between Visible and Viewable
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Definitions
Visible
Possible to see; perceptible to the eye
A visible object.
Viewable
An examination using the eyes; a look
Used binoculars to get a better view.
Visible
Obvious to the eye
A visible change of expression.
Viewable
Field of vision
The aircraft has disappeared from view.
Visible
Being often in the public view; conspicuous.
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Viewable
A scene that can be looked at from a particular position; a vista
The view from the tower.
Visible
Manifest; apparent
No visible solution to the problem.
Viewable
A way of showing or seeing something, as from a particular position or angle
A side view of the house.
Visible
On hand; available
A visible supply.
Viewable
An individual and personal perception, judgment, or interpretation; an opinion
In his view, aid to the rebels should be suspended.
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Visible
Constructed or designed to keep important parts in easily accessible view
A visible file.
Viewable
An aim or intention
The law was written with a view toward safeguarding privacy.
Visible
Represented visually, as by symbols.
Viewable
Consideration or concern
“The pitch of the roof had been calculated with a view to the heavy seasonal rains” (Caroline Alexander).
Visible
Able to be seen.
When the sun rises, the world becomes visible.
Viewable
Expectation or likelihood
The measure has no view of success.
Visible
Perceivable by the eye; capable of being seen; perceptible; in view; as, a visible star; the least spot is visible on white paper.
Maker of heaven and earth, and of all things visible and invisible.
Virtue made visible in outward grace.
Viewable
To look at, examine, or inspect
Viewed the stars through the telescope.
Visible
Noticeable; apparent; open; conspicuous.
The factions at court were greater, or more visible, than before.
Viewable
To watch (a movie or show, for example) on a screen.
Visible
Perceptible especially by the eye; or open to easy view;
A visible object
Visible stars
Mountains visible in the distance
A visible change of expression
Visible files
Viewable
To survey or study mentally; consider
When you view all their suggestions, you have to feel encouraged.
Visible
Obvious to the eye;
A visible change of expression
Viewable
To think of (something) in a particular way; regard
Doesn't view herself as a success.
Viewed their efforts unfavorably.
Visible
Being often in the public eye;
A visible public figure
Viewable
Able to be viewed.
Visible
Present and easily available;
The cash on hand is adequate for current needs
Emergency police were on hand in case of trouble
A visible supply
Visible resources
Viewable
Able to be seen; visible.
Viewable
Able to be rendered correctly by a particular browser.
Viewable
Capable of being viewed
