conspicuous
1 antonyms and opposites of conspicuous, grouped by meaning.
Adjective — Easy to notice; standing out clearly.
Antonyms
How to use conspicuous
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Latin conspicuus, "visible, striking," from conspicere, "to catch sight of" — con- plus specere, "to look at."
Full origin of conspicuous →Frequently asked questions
What does “conspicuous” mean?
The word “conspicuous” means easy to notice; standing out clearly. In plain terms, very noticeable, often more so than intended.
How do you pronounce “conspicuous”?
“Conspicuous” is pronounced kuhn-SPIHK-yoo-uhs (/kənˈspɪk.ju.əs/ in IPA).
How do you use “conspicuous” in a sentence?
Here is “conspicuous” used in a sentence: “The bright orange jacket made him conspicuous in the crowd.”
What is another word for “conspicuous”?
Words with a similar meaning to “conspicuous” include attention-grabbing, eye-catching, flashy, glossy, grabby and high-profile.
What is the opposite of “conspicuous”?
The opposite of “conspicuous” — its antonyms — is inconspicuous.
What part of speech is “conspicuous”?
“Conspicuous” is an adjective.
Where does the word “conspicuous” come from?
The word “conspicuous” comes from Latin. From Latin conspicuus, "visible, striking," from conspicere, "to catch sight of" — con- plus specere, "to look at.".
Is “conspicuous” a common word?
“Conspicuous” is an uncommon word in modern English.