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 However, that made the TV's noticeable light bloom worse. Will Greenwald, PC Magazine, 6 Apr. 2026 Even a quick wipe at the end of the day can make a noticeable difference. Jamie Cuccinelli, Martha Stewart, 5 Apr. 2026 This step alone makes a noticeable difference and costs nothing beyond the electricity to run your vacuum. Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Kansas City Star, 4 Apr. 2026 The first of these will be a noticeable decline in public health. Andre Mouchard, Oc Register, 4 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for noticeable
Recent Examples of Synonyms for noticeable
Adjective
  • Take, for example, Wiseman's words on one of Orientale's prominent features.
    Mike Wall, Space.com, 7 Apr. 2026
  • George Welsh’s father, James, was a prominent and wealthy real estate magnate in Kansas City.
    Patrick Salland, Kansas City Star, 7 Apr. 2026
Adjective
  • The look is darker, more dramatic.
    Connie Ogle April 9, Miami Herald, 9 Apr. 2026
  • Since then, the game has experienced dramatic growth .
    Janice Phelan, Kansas City Star, 8 Apr. 2026
Adjective
  • More remarkable is his ability to convince skittish engineers, investors, and a tech-skeptical public that their priorities, even when mutually exclusive, are also his priorities.
    Ronan Farrow, New Yorker, 6 Apr. 2026
  • There’s also no denying that finishing with a point per game or better in 21 consecutive NHL seasons is a remarkable achievement.
    Josh Yohe, New York Times, 6 Apr. 2026
Adjective
  • Raman had a commanding lead in a field of five major candidates, with 33% of voters supporting her, while Bass trailed at 17%.
    Carlos De Loera, Los Angeles Times, 6 Apr. 2026
  • At 132 feet, the 40P is larger and more commanding, offering additional space and slightly flashier features.
    Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 25 Mar. 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
  • Launching a plane into space and then landing it on a runway with all the crew remaining in there still feels technologically impressive.
    Letters to the Editor, Washington Post, 7 Apr. 2026
  • That’s impressive production for the 6-foot-2, 234-pound defender.
    Mike Kaye April 6, Charlotte Observer, 6 Apr. 2026
Adjective
  • For those who know the play well, some of Mantello’s choices are most striking, especially the horror here of the famous hotel-room scene with a tawdry lover (brutally played by Katherine Romans), an act born of loneliness that destroys a father’s relationship with his son forever.
    Chris Jones, New York Daily News, 10 Apr. 2026
  • Get lost among the pines and palmettos of an ancient maritime forest at Hunting Island State Park, catch a striking sunset over the Beaufort River, and marvel at the columns and sweeping porches of stately mansions on Historic Craven Street.
    Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 9 Apr. 2026
Adjective
  • This could be because the economic violence that targets civilians is less conspicuous than the violence of armed conflict.
    Mark Weisbrot, Mercury News, 8 Apr. 2026
  • His purge of senior officers who are Black or female has been conspicuous.
    Sun Sentinel Editorial Board, Sun Sentinel, 8 Apr. 2026

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“Noticeable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/noticeable. Accessed 12 Apr. 2026.

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