pronounced — Very noticeable, distinct, or strongly marked; clearly defined and evident.
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: Very noticeable, distinct, or strongly marked; clearly defined and evident.
Pronunciation (IPA): /prəˈnaʊnst/
Korean meaning: 뚜렷한, 현저한
Korean pronunciation: 프로-나운스트 (강세: 나운)
Example Sentences
- My dad's pronounced snoring could wake up the entire neighborhood - even the hibernating bears!
- The new manager has a pronounced tendency to micromanage every coffee break.
- There was a pronounced improvement in her English after watching K-dramas with English subtitles.
pronounced
ADJECTIVE//prəˈnaʊnst//
Very noticeable, distinct, or strongly marked; clearly defined and evident.
Very noticeable, distinct, or strongly marked; clearly defined and evident.
What's pronounced gets announced and bounced around!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'pronunciare', meaning 'to proclaim or declare publicly'. The word originally conveyed the idea of speaking out clearly and distinctly for all to hear.
🎵Rhyme
📝Examples
“My dad's pronounced snoring could wake up the entire neighborhood - even the hibernating bears!”
“The new manager has a pronounced tendency to micromanage every coffee break.”
“There was a pronounced improvement in her English after watching K-dramas with English subtitles.”
“The weather forecast pronounced rain, but it was pronounced wrong - again!”
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