notice — attention to or observation of something
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: attention to or observation of something
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈnoʊtɪs/
Example Sentences
- I didn't notice the 'Wet Paint' sign and now my jacket looks like a rainbow.
- The teacher posted a notice that the exam was postponed.
- He's so absent-minded that he didn't notice his shoes were different colors.
notice
NOUN[/ˈnoʊtɪs/]
attention to or observation of something
She stopped to notice a small ladybug crawling on the library window.
Focus on the lotus, notice every detail!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Latin notitia, meaning 'knowledge' or 'acquaintance,' which is itself derived from noscere ('to know'). It passed through Middle French before entering English.
Breakdown
notitia (knowledge, from noscere 'to know') + -tia (noun suffix) → notice. The Latin root noscere ('to know') forms the semantic foundation, with the suffix -tia creating an abstract noun denoting the state or result of knowing.
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📝Examples
“I didn't notice the 'Wet Paint' sign and now my jacket looks like a rainbow.”
“The teacher posted a notice that the exam was postponed.”
“He's so absent-minded that he didn't notice his shoes were different colors.”
“Please give two weeks' notice before leaving your job.”
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