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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 Your free fingers, meanwhile, are either awkwardly wrapped around the edge of the loose Joy-Cons or uncomfortably perched to support the flat back of a portable system that's a noticeable 34 percent heavier than the original Switch. ArsTechnica, 16 June 2025 They are categorized by size into lettered groups according to strength: X-class: The strongest M-class: 10 times weaker than X C, B and A-class: Progressively weaker, with A-class flares typically having no noticeable effect on Earth. Daisy Dobrijevic, Space.com, 16 June 2025 Even more notably, Tha Carter V sold a massive 480,000 units in its debut week back in 2018, underscoring a noticeable slide in first-week performance over the years. Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 12 June 2025 The dog's most distinctive feature—a noticeable facial deformity—raised immediate questions. Alice Gibbs, MSNBC Newsweek, 12 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for noticeable
Recent Examples of Synonyms for noticeable
Adjective
  • All of those players are gone now — and the most prominent of the bunch have followed Lovullo closer to the other coast.
    Andy McCullough, New York Times, 18 June 2025
  • The president also sought to push back on prominent MAGA voices who've been outspoken about the U.S. not getting involved in the war between Israel and Iran.
    Rachel Scott, ABC News, 18 June 2025
Adjective
  • The change from Skinner to Pickard helped stabilize the Oilers in Game 4, enough to spark a dramatic overtime comeback.
    Shayna Goldman, New York Times, 16 June 2025
  • Some of Lloyd’s recent productions—including the dramatic monochrome Sunset Boulevard and Romeo and Juliet—use cameras and screens; all use microphones.
    Sarah Crompton, Vogue, 16 June 2025
Adjective
  • Certainly, there are plenty of big, long-time online creators who are producing good-quality content at remarkable velocity.
    David Bloom, Forbes.com, 21 June 2025
  • Best of all is Belden House’s location right in town, steps away from the center and its remarkable history.
    Marcia DeSanctis, Travel + Leisure, 20 June 2025
Adjective
  • Despite its commanding presence, the Navigator doesn’t drive like a tank.
    Victoria Uwumarogie, Essence, 17 June 2025
  • The 1794 doesn’t have what was expected, a commanding road presence.
    James Raia, Mercury News, 16 June 2025
Adjective
  • This new appointment, which Anderson has had for nearly three weeks, represents a marked departure from his former role as the Commissioner of Police of the Jamaica Constabulary Force.
    Richard Fowler, Forbes.com, 18 June 2025
  • Cops were also investigating a Wednesday morning arson incident of a 911 call around 8:11 a.m. involving an unoccupied marked NYPD van that sustained fire damage to a tire on its right passenger side near Kellogg’s Diner, at Metropolitan and Union Aves., in Williamsburg.
    Thomas Tracy, New York Daily News, 18 June 2025
Adjective
  • Meanwhile, Chef Domingo was busy preparing dinner at the impressive camp kitchen, which faced a table laden with wines from nearby Paso Robles.
    David Amsden, Travel + Leisure, 13 June 2025
  • Messi has been impressive with 10 goals and six assists in 13 appearances.
    Michael Lewis, Forbes.com, 13 June 2025
Adjective
  • Hill put on a striking clinic in that fight, battering Teixeira over five rounds to earn a one-sided decision win and the UFC 205-pound crown.
    Trent Reinsmith, Forbes.com, 16 June 2025
  • Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz has just released a striking new model: a limited-run version of the iconic G-Class off-roader.
    New Atlas, New Atlas, 14 June 2025
Adjective
  • But for Hondo to tackle this new job without ever engaging with any old pals will be conspicuous.
    Matt Webb Mitovich, TVLine, 24 May 2025
  • For 53 years, this massive performance complex has served — with bipartisan grace and, at its best, conspicuous American flair — to honor a single U.S. president.
    Mark Swed, Los Angeles Times, 15 Apr. 2025

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“Noticeable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/noticeable. Accessed 28 Jun. 2025.

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