noticeable
NOH-tih-suhbl
Noticeable (adj) means Easy to see or notice; obvious. Example: “There has been a noticeable improvement in her grades.”
adj
1
Easy to see or notice; obvious.
"There has been a noticeable improvement in her grades."
"Her accent was noticeable as soon as she began to speak."
"The stain on the white carpet was clearly noticeable from across the room."
How to use noticeable
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishEasy to spot or notice; clearly visible or apparent.
Easily confused with
Common pairings
noticeable difference
barely noticeable
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Word forms
- Comparative
- more noticeable
- Superlative
- most noticeable
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Etymology
From notice + -able.
Synonyms
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unnoticeable
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What does “noticeable” mean?
The word “noticeable” means easy to see or notice; obvious. In plain terms, easy to spot or notice; clearly visible or apparent.
How do you pronounce “noticeable”?
“Noticeable” is pronounced NOH-tih-suhbl (/ˈnoʊtɪsəbl̩/ in IPA).
How do you use “noticeable” in a sentence?
Here is “noticeable” used in a sentence: “There has been a noticeable improvement in her grades.”
What part of speech is “noticeable”?
“Noticeable” is an adjective.
Is “noticeable” a common word?
“Noticeable” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
What is the difference between noticeable and obvious?
Noticeable describes something that is easy to see or notice, while obvious suggests something is unmistakably clear with little room for doubt. Something can be noticeable without being as strongly evident as something described as obvious.
What is the difference between noticeable and noteworthy?
Noticeable simply means easy to see or notice, often referring to a visible change or detail, while noteworthy means worthy of attention because it is significant or remarkable. A noticeable change might be minor, but a noteworthy one is considered important.
How is noticeable typically used in a sentence?
Noticeable is commonly used to describe a change, difference, or effect that stands out, as in 'a noticeable improvement' or 'a noticeable difference in color.' It usually modifies a noun describing something that can be perceived by sight or, more broadly, by other senses.
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