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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 Use the dome light and flashers to make your vehicle more noticeable. Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 20 Feb. 2025 The pattern’s intensity varies by gecko and is more noticeable in some. Aspen Pflughoeft, Miami Herald, 19 Feb. 2025 Dehydrated skin can make fine lines more noticeable. Jenna Ryu, SELF, 11 Feb. 2025 The penalty tilt has noticeable in the past 12 Kansas City postseason games as Chiefs opponents have been flagged more 11 times, with one tie. Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 8 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for noticeable
Recent Examples of Synonyms for noticeable
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  • Biden also commuted the sentences of most of the inmates on federal death row, and pardoned prominent figures including the late civil rights leader Marcus Garvey.
    N'dea Yancey-Bragg, USA TODAY, 19 Feb. 2025
  • Once in Boston, he is paired with Detective Lena Peters, the eldest daughter of a prominent law enforcement family.
    Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 18 Feb. 2025
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  • What Happens Next The dramatic turn of events could have far-reaching consequences in Europe and beyond.
    Dan Perry, Newsweek, 28 Feb. 2025
  • That was a dramatic increase from the $32 million in sponsorship money the federation earned the year before.
    Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 28 Feb. 2025
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  • It is anonymized but remarkable in its granularity, including details such as gestational age, complications and procedures.
    CNN, CNN, 21 Feb. 2025
  • The turnaround in East Lansing has also been remarkable.
    Steven Louis Goldstein, The Athletic, 21 Feb. 2025
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  • The bet: Vinícius Júnior as anytime goalscorer (6/5) Paris Saint-Germain vs Brest With a commanding three-goal lead from the first leg Paris Saint-Germain are in the driver’s seat, allowing Luis Enrique to lean less on his superstar core.
    Julia Ranney, The Athletic, 19 Feb. 2025
  • Post misrepresents video of Trump at College Football Playoff title game Trump became the first sitting president to attend a Super Bowl on Feb. 9, watching as the Philadelphia Eagles built a commanding lead over the Kansas City Chiefs before leaving the game at halftime.
    Andre Byik, USA TODAY, 15 Feb. 2025
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  • There is a marked difference between the two beverages, particularly through a health lens, as alcohol is linked to liver disease, addiction, cancer and cognitive decline.
    Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 15 Feb. 2025
  • The United States experienced a marked rise in far-right violence during the first Trump administration.
    STEVEN LEVITSKY, Foreign Affairs, 11 Feb. 2025
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  • Lenovo's muscular portable is built tough as nails and boasts some impressive components.
    K. Thor Jensen, PCMAG, 25 Feb. 2025
  • Think meat and seafood entrees, sandwiched by an appetizer menu featuring shrimp cocktail, arancini, and an impressive wine list.
    Lydia Mansel, Southern Living, 25 Feb. 2025
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  • Soon after the striking Oval Office meeting, a host of European leaders took to social media to express their support for Ukraine.
    Brian Bennett, TIME, 28 Feb. 2025
  • For example, earlier this month, a striking residence refurbished by architect Robert Stone was hoisted onto the market for $7.5 million.
    Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 28 Feb. 2025
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  • Costs have been driven in part by levies to prevent and insure against wildfires, but the analysts anticipate a less conspicuous source of pressure on power bills going forward: growing electricity demand from data centers.
    CalMatters, The Mercury News, 19 Feb. 2025
  • If Hochul does fire Adams, Cuomo — who’s kept a careful distance from Adams and a conspicuous silence about his problems — would almost surely enter the mayor’s race as its frontrunner instead of running against Hochul next year to win back his old job.
    Harry Siegel, New York Daily News, 15 Feb. 2025

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“Noticeable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/noticeable. Accessed 4 Mar. 2025.

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