Synonyms for

Notice

Verb / ˈnəʊtʌs / / ˈnəʊtɪs / Another word for notice — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To become aware of something through observation or information.

Synonyms & similar words

observation bill observe poster placard card pointout ignore note remark detect notification acknowledge discover comment posting observance find mark observe perceive detect recognize discern realize understand comprehend note mind heed mark identify spot see discover uncover

Synonyms by register

Formal

observe perceive detect discern

Informal

spot see catch clock

Literary

espied beheld

Antonyms

ignore disregard overlook miss unawareness blindness

Common collocations

  • take notice
  • pay attention
  • public notice
  • notice board
  • notice period
  • give notice
  • in notice
  • without notice

Word family

noun notice
verb notice
adjective noticeable
adverb noticeably

Usage note

As a verb, 'notice' often implies a conscious act of observation. As a noun, it can refer to a formal announcement or a sign.

Example sentences

  1. I notice that the leaves are changing color.
  2. He notices that his shoes are untied.
  3. She notices the spider in the corner of the room.
  4. They notice the rainbow after the storm.
  5. We notice the smell of freshly baked cookies.

Quotes

  • A good leader takes a little more than his share of the blame, a little less than his share of the credit. - Arnold H. Glasow
  • Most people notice little, so they don't realize it when they're being brainwashed. - L. Neil Smith
  • We notice the faults of others more than our own. - Aesop

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