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pronounced

adjective

pro·​nounced prə-ˈnau̇n(t)st How to pronounce pronounced (audio)
: strongly marked : decided
a pronounced dislike

Examples of pronounced in a Sentence

He walked with a pronounced limp. The symptoms of the disease have become steadily more pronounced.
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Eladaria’s peony gets more pronounced, and Delina’s raspberry adds this slight tartness that keeps it from becoming too sweet and powdery. Kimberly Wilson, Essence, 21 Nov. 2025 Tip pruning encourages a more pronounced summer bloom without impacting bud production for the following spring flowering season. Kim Toscano, Southern Living, 20 Nov. 2025 The Hot Chick is a signature stiletto for the luxury footwear brand that features a pronounced arch, deep décolleté, a sharp pointed toe, and a steep 100mm heel. Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 18 Nov. 2025 Their role is especially crucial in neighborhoods where barriers to health care and social services are more pronounced. Arizona Republic, AZCentral.com, 12 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for pronounced

Word History

First Known Use

1728, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of pronounced was in 1728

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“Pronounced.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pronounced. Accessed 29 Nov. 2025.

Kids Definition

pronounced

adjective
pro·​nounced prə-ˈnau̇n(t)st How to pronounce pronounced (audio)
: very noticeable
walk with a pronounced limp
pronouncedly
-ˈnau̇n(t)-səd-lē
adverb

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