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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 Last year was marked by relatively strong and steady job growth in the first few months of 2025, followed by noticeable cooling starting in May, with multiple months showing net job losses after revisions. Rachel Barber, USA Today, 9 Jan. 2026 Conditions will be dry and quiet Sunday into early next week, followed by a noticeable warmup with highs back into the 30s and 40s by Monday and Tuesday. Joseph Dames, CBS News, 8 Jan. 2026 The wide forefoot features a noticeable, but moderate, rocker that makes transitions from the heel smooth, without requiring a powerful toe-off like some shoes with a steep rocker do. Cory Smith, Outside, 8 Jan. 2026 For some people, Cheerios can cause a noticeable blood sugar rise, especially when consumed in larger portions. Caitlin Beale, Health, 8 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for noticeable
Recent Examples of Synonyms for noticeable
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  • Art enthusiasts Hans Ottinot, a prominent Broward attorney, and Nelson Adams, a Miami obstetrician associated with Jackson Memorial, are central to the museum’s dream team.
    Dorothy Jenkins Fields, Miami Herald, 9 Jan. 2026
  • This pair, complete with the prominent markings always featured on the classic style, has a memory foam insert and a rubber sole that’s especially good for slippery winter weather.
    Alyssa Grabinski, PEOPLE, 9 Jan. 2026
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  • Parallel societies in certain urban areas and rising violent crime statistics linked to some migrant cohorts in countries such as Sweden and Germany led to the dramatic rise of populist and patriotic parties across the continent, from France to Italy to the Netherlands.
    Daniel Ross Goodman, The Washington Examiner, 9 Jan. 2026
  • Hudson’s performance kicks into a surprising dramatic gear, the actress’s playful Milwaukee accent settling into a relatively somber key, grappling with dreams dashed.
    David Canfield, HollywoodReporter, 8 Jan. 2026
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  • What’s remarkable is the Leafs have done it without Tanev, their best penalty killer, for most of the season and without another top penalty killer, Brandon Carlo, for the better part of the last two months.
    Jonas Siegel, New York Times, 7 Jan. 2026
  • The whimsical term has also been the title of countless poems, songs and books about remarkable coincidences or eureka moments.
    Juliana Kim, NPR, 7 Jan. 2026
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  • At this point, Lawrence needs a commanding postseason display to turn that around.
    Larry Holder, New York Times, 7 Jan. 2026
  • The Colorado Avalanche solidified their lead atop the Central Division on Sunday, emphatically, building a commanding lead and giving Minnesota Wild fans precious little to cheer about.
    Jess Myers, Twin Cities, 22 Dec. 2025
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  • Coinbase also benefited from a marked increase in revenue linked to institutional activity on its platform following its nearly $3 billion acquisition of derivatives exchange Deribit.
    Liz Napolitano, CNBC, 30 Oct. 2025
  • Phone searches jumped around 17 percent during the past 12 months—with a marked increase over the past six months.
    Matt Burgess, Wired News, 28 Oct. 2025
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  • This impressive deal only applies to the six-piece set, which includes five compression packing cubes and one drawstring bag in select colors.
    Emily Belfiore, Travel + Leisure, 9 Jan. 2026
  • Joseph’s most recent work in Denver, however, happens to be some of the most impressive as the unit ranked second in total defense, third in scoring and in the top-ten against both the run and pass.
    Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 9 Jan. 2026
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  • Calf & Pony Hair The sleek, tactile surface of pony hair adds a bold edge to any accessory, creating a striking contrast in bags, hats, and footwear.
    Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 9 Nov. 2025
  • Several of the most striking photographs in the book are of the studio itself, which appears empty except for a pair of high heels reflected in a wall of mirrors or a rumpled military blanket, a favorite backdrop, pinned to a bare wall.
    Vince Aletti, New Yorker, 8 Nov. 2025
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  • The disdain for law has been especially conspicuous in the deportation campaign, as Chicagoans know.
    Steve Chapman, Chicago Tribune, 7 Jan. 2026
  • It’s left to a solid assortment of talking heads, with very conspicuous absences, to fill in the myriad gaps.
    Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 30 Dec. 2025

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

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