conspicuous — Clearly visible or attracting attention; standing out prominently due to being unusual or remarkable.
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: Clearly visible or attracting attention; standing out prominently due to being unusual or remarkable.
Pronunciation (IPA): /kənˈspɪkjuəs/
Korean meaning: 눈에 띄는, 두드러진, 현저한
Korean pronunciation: 컨-스피-큐어스 (강세: 스피)
Example Sentences
- The CEO's conspicuous absence from the meeting raised eyebrows.
- His conspicuous attempts to impress his date backfired spectacularly.
- The bright pink building was conspicuous among the gray offices.
conspicuous
ADJECTIVE//kənˈspɪkjuəs//
Clearly visible or attracting attention; standing out prominently due to being unusual or remarkable.
Clearly visible or attracting attention; standing out prominently due to being unusual or remarkable.
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Being meticulous yet conspicuous makes him look ridiculous!
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Origin
From Latin conspicuus, meaning 'visible' or 'striking to the eye,' derived from conspicere meaning 'to catch sight of' or 'to observe.' The Romans used this word to describe things that could be easily spotted from a distance, like watchtowers scanning for enemies.
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“The CEO's conspicuous absence from the meeting raised eyebrows.”
“His conspicuous attempts to impress his date backfired spectacularly.”
“The bright pink building was conspicuous among the gray offices.”
“She tried to be inconspicuous but her neon green hair made her conspicuous.”
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