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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 One of the most common warning signs is a white reflection in the pupil, sometimes noticeable in certain lighting or photos. Jordan Greene, PEOPLE, 20 Apr. 2026 Trillions of them pass through the human body every second without any noticeable effect. Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 20 Apr. 2026 Do note that latency will increase and browsing speed will decrease when using a VPN, and that the impact will be more noticeable the further away the VPN server is from you. Chloe Albanesius, PC Magazine, 18 Apr. 2026 Her omissions are noticeable as well. Madeline Leung Coleman, Vulture, 14 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for noticeable
Recent Examples of Synonyms for noticeable
Adjective
  • Amid widespread reconsideration of prominent people accused of wrongdoing, some wondered whether Jackson might disappear from playlists.
    Kelefa Sanneh, New Yorker, 20 Apr. 2026
  • Kevin Hart, Dave Chappelle, Chris Rock, Spike Lee, Martin Lawrence, Jennifer Hudson, Judge Reinhold, Tracy Morgan and Kenan Thompson were among the prominent entertainers, comedians and actors who stepped out to celebrate Murphy at AFI's event.
    Tommy McArdle, PEOPLE, 20 Apr. 2026
Adjective
  • In a dramatic scene, officers were captured on video approaching the home with guns drawn, looking for a suspect.
    Austin Turner, CBS News, 22 Apr. 2026
  • But what makes this situation so hard is that there’s no obvious villain and no dramatic fallout (which, in some ways, would almost be easier to deal with).
    Jenna Ryu, SELF, 22 Apr. 2026
Adjective
  • The remarkable feat represents a big stride for China in its technological rivalry with the US, which has thus far boasted more sophisticated humanoid models.
    Chris Lau, CNN Money, 19 Apr. 2026
  • Eventually, some investors reach a remarkable milestone.
    Steve Booren, Denver Post, 19 Apr. 2026
Adjective
  • When nominations for the 2026 ACM Awards were announced earlier this month, the commanding storyline was the dominance by women as nominees.
    Joseph Hudak, Rolling Stone, 20 Apr. 2026
  • Peck joined the Blue Angels after serving as the commanding officer for the Fighting Checkmates of VFA-211.
    Rashad Alexander, Kansas City Star, 16 Apr. 2026
Adjective
  • There’s also a marked interest in petite cakes for smaller (or even solo) gatherings.
    Wendy Rose Gould, Martha Stewart, 9 Apr. 2026
  • Nearly two dozen marked and unmarked police cars from different agencies were involved in the chase at some point.
    Cindy Krischer Goodman, Sun Sentinel, 23 Mar. 2026
Adjective
  • Don’t turn it into something that needs to be impressive or productive.
    Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 21 Apr. 2026
  • The Storm defense was impressive, allowing Birmingham to convert only 1 of 13 third-down plays in the whitewash.
    Chris Hays, The Orlando Sentinel, 20 Apr. 2026
Adjective
  • Beyond returns, what’s even more striking is the pipeline itself.
    Tenzin Seldon, Fortune, 23 Apr. 2026
  • One of the most striking moments in the hotel is its triple-height lobby.
    Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Apr. 2026
Adjective
  • A little less conspicuous than your Marriotts and your Hyatts, this rewards program partners with over 650 independent hotels around the world, offering members more elevated and flexible stays via perks like room upgrades and late checkout.
    Jessica Sulima, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Apr. 2026
  • By 1998, as the family drama deepened, the absence of the mother character became conspicuous.
    Zach Helfand, New Yorker, 20 Apr. 2026

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“Noticeable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/noticeable. Accessed 26 Apr. 2026.

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