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   conspicuous

   /kənˈspɪkjʊəs/

   adjective

   • 1. clearly visible: "he was very thin, with a conspicuous Adam's apple"
   • ▪ attracting notice or attention: "he showed conspicuous bravery"

   Word Origin mid 16th century: from Latin conspicuus (from conspicere ‘look at attentively’, from con- (expressing intensive force) + spicere ‘look at’) + -ous.

   Derivatives

   • 1. conspicuity noun
   • 2. conspicuousness noun

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2. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishCONSPICUOUS | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   CONSPICUOUS definition: 1. very noticeable or attracting attention, often in a way that is not wanted: 2. very noticeable…. Learn more.

3. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › conspicuousConspicuous Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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   The meaning of CONSPICUOUS is obvious to the eye or mind. How to use conspicuous in a sentence. Synonym Discussion of Conspicuous.

4. dictionary.cambridge.org › us › dictionaryCONSPICUOUS | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary

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   CONSPICUOUS meaning: 1. very noticeable or attracting attention, often in a way that is not wanted: 2. very noticeable…. Learn more.

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   Conspicuous definition: easily seen or noticed; readily visible or observable. See examples of CONSPICUOUS used in a sentence.

6. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › conspicuousConspicuous - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com

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   Conspicuous can mean either very obvious to the eye (like something that is conspicuous from a distance) or attracting attention (like conspicuous consumption). If you are doing something wrong, it's wise not to be conspicuous about it!

7. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishCONSPICUOUS definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   conspicuous. (kənspɪkjuəs ) 1. adjective. If someone or something is conspicuous, people can see or notice them very easily. He spent his money in a conspicuous way on fast cars and luxury holidays. You may feel tearful in situations where you feel conspicuous.

8. www.thefreedictionary.com › conspicuousConspicuous - definition of conspicuous by The Free Dictionary

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   Define conspicuous. conspicuous synonyms, conspicuous pronunciation, conspicuous translation, English dictionary definition of conspicuous. adj. 1. Easy to notice; obvious: a conspicuous flaw in the construction. 2. Attracting attention, as by being unusual or remarkable; noticeable.