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 As the Moon moves through your 4th House of Home, small adjustments bring a noticeable sense of calm. Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 27 Apr. 2026 Cleaning the bulbs themselves can make a noticeable difference in how much light your porch gets after dark. Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 27 Apr. 2026 Zero noticeable Scoville units. Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 27 Apr. 2026 But over the last three years, the company has made few noticeable changes. Max Tani, semafor.com, 27 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for noticeable
Recent Examples of Synonyms for noticeable
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  • The couple, who married last year in Italy, have become increasingly prominent in fashion circles, a particular passion of Sánchez Bezos, 56, who also serves as vice chair of the Bezos Earth Fund, another passion.
    Adam Carlson, PEOPLE, 4 May 2026
  • The school has become the continent’s most prominent professional dance training institution in recent years.
    ABC News, ABC News, 4 May 2026
Adjective
  • The fallout from Tuesday’s protest, while less dramatic than a similar demonstration outside the synagogue in November, touched on issues that have become deeply contentious across NYC.
    Josephine Stratman, New York Daily News, 6 May 2026
  • The political transition that followed the dramatic capture of Nicolás Maduro earlier this year was always expected to fracture Venezuela’s ruling movement.
    Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 6 May 2026
Adjective
  • The distance the field has traveled since −and has yet to go − represents a remarkable and very American medical journey, characterized by big ideas, big risks, perserverence and issues of fairness and eye-popping prices.
    Karen Weintraub, USA Today, 3 May 2026
  • Krakauer survived a deadly ordeal on Everest—a high price to pay for a remarkable book.
    Dan Zak, The Atlantic, 3 May 2026
Adjective
  • Senior midfielder Meghan O’Donnell, who scored her eighth goal of the season during Libertyville’s 3-2 win over Waubonsie Valley on Thursday, said Chung is a commanding presence.
    Bobby Narang, Chicago Tribune, 1 May 2026
  • Few materials feel so commanding and permanent as concrete.
    Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 29 Apr. 2026
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  • That is a marked contrast to McFarlane eulogising about his players after that draw away to City in his first game.
    Cerys Jones, New York Times, 25 Apr. 2026
  • There’s also a marked interest in petite cakes for smaller (or even solo) gatherings.
    Wendy Rose Gould, Martha Stewart, 9 Apr. 2026
Adjective
  • During her first two-plus seasons on the local stage in Lemont, Pontrelli has been a standout from her impressive offensive stats to her versatility on defense.
    Tony Baranek, Chicago Tribune, 5 May 2026
  • Kidman accessorized with an impressive 2024 diamonds, according to Vogue.
    Lindsay Kimble, PEOPLE, 4 May 2026
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  • In one of the evening’s most striking moments, Raman accused Bass and Pratt of working together to attack her.
    David Zahniser, Los Angeles Times, 7 May 2026
  • Tucked into the waterfront of the beloved oceanside town of Bar Harbor, West Street Hotel boasts lavish guest rooms with striking views of meandering sailboats and the craggy Atlantic coast.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 May 2026
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  • Part of this is by design, from long corridors to the conspicuous absence of clocks, and the hour of the day doesn’t seem as important once inside the terminal.
    Tristan Bove, Fortune, 6 May 2026
  • There were other conspicuous blunders, like passing from midair out of jumpers and right to Lakers defenders.
    Joel Lorenzi, New York Times, 6 May 2026

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“Noticeable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/noticeable. Accessed 10 May. 2026.

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