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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 The result is an increasingly global flavor to college basketball that figures to be even more noticeable in 2025-26. Cj Moore, New York Times, 15 May 2025 What is especially noticeable is that, despite this being a time of high levels of obstetric death there is only evidence of a handful of mother-infant burials from this period. Jack Beresford, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 May 2025 This could be especially noticeable during the weekend, too. Kyle Thomas, People.com, 11 May 2025 While Steve Austin's presence at WWE WrestleMania 41 was a highlight for many fans, his entrance wasn't without a minor, yet noticeable, hiccup. Andrew Ravens‎, MSNBC Newsweek, 1 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for noticeable
Recent Examples of Synonyms for noticeable
Adjective
  • As one of silvaner’s most prominent and historic producers, Wirsching has spent much of her career introducing silvaner to the world.
    Anna Lee Iijima, Chicago Tribune, 13 May 2025
  • The gym makes its most prominent return in the universe's seventh installment, the beginning of the Creed franchise.
    Mekishana Pierre, EW.com, 13 May 2025
Adjective
  • But the real draw is the close-ups on slices of pork bubbling and sizzling on hot grills, plus the dramatic pans over bowls of banchan.
    Katie Rife, EW.com, 11 May 2025
  • Think about incorporating brocade brilliance and making florals interesting in a dramatic way.
    Pooja Shah, Forbes.com, 11 May 2025
Adjective
  • Veo 2, the current version, can generate 4K video clips from text prompts with remarkable control over cinematic elements like camera angles and lens types.
    Charlie Fink, Forbes.com, 16 May 2025
  • For any teenage prodigy, that represents a remarkable start to a career.
    Chris Waugh, New York Times, 16 May 2025
Adjective
  • Which ever of the two superstars steps up the biggest tonight can give their team a commanding lead as the series starts to come to a close.
    Ben Verbrugge, MSNBC Newsweek, 14 May 2025
  • Adam Henrique scored twice in what was a brutally physical first period, sparking the Oilers to a dominant 3-0 win to take a commanding 3-1 lead in their first-round series.
    Daniel Nugent-Bowman, New York Times, 12 May 2025
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  • The setlist was a marked departure from the band’s post-pandemic shows.
    Liam Reilly, CNN Money, 16 May 2025
  • This 200-year-old street is in the heart of Edinburgh’s New Town, designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Edinburgh's New Town area, noted for its neoclassical architecture, exemplifies its marked shift towards symmetrical urban planning with uniform building facades.
    Irene S. Levine, Forbes.com, 13 May 2025
Adjective
  • It’s got a wide range from super fine powdery grains to cracked peppercorns and has impressive output with fewer twists.
    Adam Campbell-Schmitt, Bon Appetit Magazine, 20 May 2025
  • Throughout the past three seasons, the show has also boasted an impressive roster of A-list guest stars, including Jamie Lee Curtis, Joel McHale, John Mulaney, Bob Odenkirk, Will Poulter, Olivia Colman, Sarah Paulson, Molly Ringwald, John Cena and Josh Hartnett.
    Ethan Shanfeld, Variety, 20 May 2025
Adjective
  • Full sun Soil Type: Well-draining sandy loam Soil pH: Slightly to moderately acidic USDA Plant Hardiness Zone: 10-12 While dichondra silver falls is a desert plant in its native environment, it's grown as a striking annual across the South.
    Heather Bien, Southern Living, 11 May 2025
  • Manchester City, Newcastle, Chelsea, and Nottingham Forest are all within striking distance, and max points here would go a long way in helping Aston Villa's chances.
    Ben Verbrugge, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 May 2025
Adjective
  • The most conspicuous change that will occur if the budget is approved is that both the Orion spacecraft and the Space Launch System (SLS) will end with the Artemis III mission scheduled to fly in, perhaps, 2027.
    New Atlas, New Atlas, 4 May 2025
  • Anatomical features lost to time Today, ants are one of the most conspicuous and abundant groups of insects on the planet, found on all continents except Antarctica, the study noted.
    Katie Hunt, CNN Money, 24 Apr. 2025

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“Noticeable.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/noticeable. Accessed 25 May. 2025.

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