Subliminal vs. Liminal

Subliminaladjective

(of a stimulus) Below the threshold of conscious perception, especially if still able to produce a response.

Subliminaladjective

Existing in the mind, but below the surface or threshold of consciousness; that is, existing as feeling rather than as clear ideas.

Subliminaladjective

having or using an intensity of sensory stimulus insufficient to be perceived consciously, but having an effect on unconscious mental processes; as, subliminal advertising.

Subliminaladjective

below the threshold of conscious perception

Liminaladjective

Of or pertaining to an entrance or threshold.

Liminaladjective

Of or pertaining to a beginning or first stage of a process.

Liminal

of or pertaining to a limen, especially a sensory threshhold.

Liminal

marginally perceptible.