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 Of course, the likes of TikTok, Pinterest and Adobe also have a noticeable presence as do such media and entertainment players as NBCUniversal, Tubi, Spotify, Sirius XM Media and EA Advertising. Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 23 June 2026 The return of the skinny trousers was one of the most noticeable developments of the week. Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 23 June 2026 For most individuals, this may not cause noticeable issues. Zachary Reed, Mercury News, 23 June 2026 This is about the age at which the best power forwards this century started noticeable declines from their peaks. Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 23 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for noticeable
Recent Examples of Synonyms for noticeable
Adjective
  • His father, Manuel Cepeda, was a prominent figure in the Colombian Communist Party, and was assassinated in 1994 during a particularly bloody era in Colombia's internal conflict.
    David Unsworth, FOXNews.com, 23 June 2026
  • The chatbot’s responses include citations and prominent links to news outlets.
    Brian Stelter, CNN Money, 23 June 2026
Adjective
  • Now, following intense backlash from local communities, a series of lawsuits and a leadership shakeup at the Department of Homeland Security, the agency appears to be abandoning the initiative – a dramatic shift away from a plan that had already seen spending upwards of $1 billion.
    Christopher Cann, USA Today, 25 June 2026
  • The show’s dramatic romance and journey of self-growth seems to fit in line with something Austen would’ve imagined for her characters.
    Arushi Jacob, Variety, 25 June 2026
Adjective
  • Led by remarkable goal-tending by 37-year-old Eloy Room, the Blue Wave turned away Ecuador time after time.
    Blair Kerkhoff, Kansas City Star, 21 June 2026
  • What’s remarkable is the speed of its development.
    Jamie Carter, Forbes.com, 21 June 2026
Adjective
  • Or perhaps the Black policemen, who often watched the house without their white commanding officer, secretly sympathized with the uprising.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 16 June 2026
  • Moments after the Knicks completed the largest comeback in NBA Finals history in Game 4 — erasing a 29-point deficit to take a commanding 3-1 series lead over the San Antonio Spurs — Stiller burst through the postgame interview room doors like the Kool-Aid Man.
    Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 15 June 2026
Adjective
  • 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
Adjective
  • He is credited with achieving impressive economic growth, while leading the country during a brutal two-year civil war that ended in 2022.
    Jenny Vaughan, semafor.com, 22 June 2026
  • Thank you, United States Men’s National Team, for an early showing impressive enough to have already clinched the top of Group D and an advance to the knockout phase of this global event.
    Greg Cote June 22, Miami Herald, 22 June 2026
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  • One of the most striking aspects of Ecuador's team today is that all but three of its starting 11 were born before the turn of the century.
    Andrew Greif, NBC news, 26 June 2026
  • This softly layered crop proves that shorter hair can be just as striking as longer styles.
    Amanda Le, InStyle, 25 June 2026
Adjective
  • Other discounters step up Spirit’s other rivals in the discount category also have been conspicuous in their additions, essentially upholding the airport’s tradition of being the state’s mainstay for budget carriers.
    David Lyons, Sun Sentinel, 22 June 2026
  • Massage scheduling communications One of the most conspicuous absences is communication relating to the scheduling of massages in the years prior to Epstein's death.
    Daniel Ruetenik, CBS News, 19 June 2026

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“Noticeable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/noticeable. Accessed 28 Jun. 2026.

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