Synonyms for

Conspicuous

Verb / kʌˈnspɪkju:ʌs / Another word for conspicuous — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Attracting attention by being unusual or obvious.

Synonyms & similar words

inconspicuous blazing blatant obvious noticeable prominent striking flagrant glaring bold pronounced apparent distinct evident manifest patent perceptible visible clear transparent observable discernible conspicuity

Synonyms by register

Formal

evident obvious manifest prominent

Informal

obvious clear plain standing out

Literary

salient flagrant patent

Antonyms

hidden unnoticeable inconspicuous obscure invisible subtle unremarkable

Common collocations

  • conspicuous by its absence
  • conspicuous consumption
  • conspicuous display
  • conspicuous success
  • conspicuous object
  • conspicuous feature
  • conspicuous lack

Word family

noun conspicuousness
adverb conspicuously

Usage note

Often used to describe something that is easily seen or noticed, sometimes in a negative way, such as 'conspicuous consumption' or 'conspicuous by its absence'.

Example sentences

  1. The bright yellow dress was very conspicuous in the crowd.
  2. The teacher noticed the student's conspicuous absence from class.
  3. The new building was so conspicuous that everyone in town was talking about it.
  4. The celebrity tried to avoid being conspicuous in public.
  5. The large billboard was a conspicuous advertisement for the new movie.

Quotes

  • A conspicuous failure is the only kind that will ultimately lead to success.
  • Success is not always conspicuous.
  • We must make our election between economy and liberty, or profusion and servitude.

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