conspicuously — in a clearly visible way; obviously; attracting notice or attention
Part of speech: ADVERB
Definition: in a clearly visible way; obviously; attracting notice or attention
Pronunciation (IPA): /kənˈspɪkjuəsli/
Example Sentences
- He was conspicuously overdressed for the beach party in his three-piece suit.
- The luxury car was conspicuously parked in front of the humble cafe.
- She conspicuously avoided eye contact after eating the last piece of pizza.
conspicuously
ADVERB[/kənˈspɪkjuəsli/]
in a clearly visible way; obviously; attracting notice or attention
He stood conspicuously in a bright red suit at the black-tie gala.
Previously subtle, now obviously conspicuous!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'conspicuus' meaning 'visible' or 'obvious', derived from 'conspicere' (to see together), combined with the adverbial suffix '-ously' to form an adverb.
Breakdown
conspicu- (visible, from Latin conspicuus) + -ous (adjective suffix) + -ly (adverb suffix) = conspicuously
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“He was conspicuously overdressed for the beach party in his three-piece suit.”
“The luxury car was conspicuously parked in front of the humble cafe.”
“She conspicuously avoided eye contact after eating the last piece of pizza.”
“The company's logo was conspicuously displayed on every surface of the building.”
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