Definition of noticeablenext

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How does the adjective noticeable differ from other similar words?

Some common synonyms of noticeable are conspicuous, outstanding, prominent, remarkable, salient, and striking. While all these words mean "attracting notice or attention," noticeable applies to something unlikely to escape observation.

a piano recital with no noticeable errors

When would conspicuous be a good substitute for noticeable?

In some situations, the words conspicuous and noticeable are roughly equivalent. However, conspicuous applies to something that is obvious and unavoidable to the sight or mind.

conspicuous bureaucratic waste

Where would outstanding be a reasonable alternative to noticeable?

The meanings of outstanding and noticeable largely overlap; however, outstanding applies to something that rises above and excels others of the same kind.

honored for her outstanding contributions to science

When can prominent be used instead of noticeable?

While in some cases nearly identical to noticeable, prominent applies to something commanding notice by standing out from its surroundings or background.

a doctor who occupies a prominent position in the town

In what contexts can remarkable take the place of noticeable?

While the synonyms remarkable and noticeable are close in meaning, remarkable applies to something so extraordinary or exceptional as to invite comment.

a film of remarkable intelligence and wit

When might salient be a better fit than noticeable?

The words salient and noticeable can be used in similar contexts, but salient applies to something of significance that merits the attention given it.

the salient points of the speech

When is striking a more appropriate choice than noticeable?

The words striking and noticeable are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, striking applies to something that impresses itself powerfully and deeply upon the observer's mind or vision.

the region's striking poverty

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of noticeable But the most noticeable difference in Year 2 for Salaün stemmed from his shooting percentages. Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 9 June 2026 Shoppers rave over the stretchy denim, which adds noticeable comfort. Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 9 June 2026 For other users, the opposite was the problem — the vibrations were too noticeable and worked against the calming effect the device is supposed to deliver. Samantha Agate, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 June 2026 Bites are often not noticeable unless the bug is still attached. Sophie Lindberg, Kansas City Star, 8 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for noticeable
Recent Examples of Synonyms for noticeable
Adjective
  • The durability of this group will play a prominent role in the defense’s overall success.
    Alec Lewis, New York Times, 16 June 2026
  • Having faced considerable losses already and staring down more to come, many of the prominent combatants spend Season 3 in an existential crisis, which lends the series a similar atmosphere.
    Ben Travers, IndieWire, 15 June 2026
Adjective
  • Even the recipe deemed sacrilegious in Carbonaragate cannot evoke the same dramatic reactions or touch the same sensitivities that surround cheese—a relationship that, like wine and bread, is often inseparable from faith, sometimes quite literally.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 11 June 2026
  • With dramatic scenery, Native culture and small-town charm, Ketchikan is one of Alaska’s most memorable and meaningful destinations.
    Alia Beard Rau, USA Today, 10 June 2026
Adjective
  • Gel Alpha has a remarkable ability to spot toxic behavior that should not be normalized.
    Sarah Scott, Parents, 14 June 2026
  • White evangelical churches—revivalists, under Sutton’s classification system—experienced remarkable growth, while liberal mainline Protestant churches withered.
    Michael Luo, New Yorker, 14 June 2026
Adjective
  • Starting Towns as the focal point in an attempt to take a commanding 3-1 lead was the right choice considering the team’s postseason success coinciding with his own success.
    Fiifi Frimpong, New York Daily News, 11 June 2026
  • Laurie will play Control, the fiendish and commanding head of The Circus, Smiley’s morally fickle superior, known only by his code name.
    Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 10 June 2026
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  • The look was a marked contrast from her first Grand Prix look, which featured a see-through black lace corset-style top tucked into a pair of jeans.
    Meg Walters, InStyle, 7 June 2026
  • Abel’s enthusiasm for Alphabet is a marked contrast to Buffett’s great reluctance to invest in tech.
    Alex Crippen, CNBC, 6 June 2026
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  • As one of Montana’s longest standing dude ranches, the property is constantly reimagining through refined design, a wildly impressive staff, and heaps of annual events bringing loads of travelers, from local to first-time ranchers alike.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 June 2026
  • The flyover, the atmosphere, the crowd and the impressive feat of constructing the platform, stage and stands on the White House lawn.
    Ian Miller OutKick, FOXNews.com, 16 June 2026
Adjective
  • The scenes along the concrete loggias above the koi pond are especially colorful and striking.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 June 2026
  • In recent years, the rapid adoption of generative AI tools has coincided with a striking convergence in capabilities.
    Heather Farmbrough, Forbes.com, 11 June 2026
Adjective
  • Supermassive black holes can be very conspicuous when actively feeding and therefore surrounded by a wealth of matter in a region called an active galactic nuclei (AGN).
    Robert Lea, Space.com, 8 June 2026
  • But luxury today is increasingly less about conspicuous ownership and more about access, flexibility, and optimization.
    Jeff Fromm, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026

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“Noticeable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/noticeable. Accessed 16 Jun. 2026.

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