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- Dictionaryconspicuously/kənˈspɪkjʊəsli/
adverb
- 1. in a clearly visible way: "the signs were conspicuously displayed inside the restaurant"
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Conspicuously means in a way that is noticeable or obvious. Learn how to use this adverb with sentences from the Cambridge English Corpus and other languages.
- English (US)
adverb. us / kənˈspɪk.ju.əs.li / uk / kənˈspɪk.ju.əs.li /...
- English
very noticeable or attracting attention, often in a way that...
- English (US)
Conspicuous means very noticeable or attracting attention, often in a way that is not wanted. Learn how to use this adjective in sentences and see synonyms, antonyms, and related words.
Conspicuously means in a way that is obvious or easily seen, or that attracts notice, often intentionally. See how to use this adverb in sentences from various sources and learn its origin and history.
Conspicuous means obvious to the eye or mind, attracting attention, or marked by a noticeable violation of good taste. See synonyms, example sentences, word history, and related phrases of conspicuous.
Conspicuously means in a way that is noticeable or obvious. Learn how to use this adverb with sentences from various sources and see its pronunciation and translations.
Conspicuous means easily seen or noticed, or attracting attention by outstanding qualities or features. Learn the origin, synonyms, and usage of this adjective with examples from various sources.
Conspicuous comes from the adjectival form of the Latin verb, conspicere, meaning "to look at." Conspicuous can mean either very obvious to the eye (like something that is conspicuous from a distance) or attracting attention (like conspicuous consumption).
