WordGarden.ionoticeable
B1Pronunciation
UK
- /nˈəʊtɪsəbəl/
US
- /ˈnoʊtəsəbəl/
Meanings
Adjective
easy to see, hear, or notice; clear enough to stand out
Beyond the definition
Something noticeable is easy to see, hear, or recognize. It is not hidden or slight; you become aware of it without much effort. A bright red car in a parking lot full of silver ones would be noticeable, and so would a sudden change in someone's behavior. Sometimes, "noticeable" points to something positive, like a noticeable improvement in a student's grades. Other times, it simply means something is clear and hard to miss, like a noticeable stain on your shirt. Think of it as anything that your senses pick up easily.
"Noticeable" describes something that is easy to observe or that draws attention because it is clear enough to be seen, heard, felt, or otherwise perceived. It suggests that the thing does not blend into the background. Imagine walking into a room and immediately seeing a beautifully crafted sculpture: its size, shape, or material makes it noticeable.
The context often decides whether "noticeable" sounds positive, negative, or neutral. A noticeable talent in a young musician suggests skill and promise. However, a noticeable odor in a room is rarely a good thing. It can also describe the size of a change: "There was a noticeable drop in temperature overnight."
Sometimes, "noticeable" implies that a change has happened. If someone usually keeps to themselves but suddenly becomes more outgoing, that change would be noticeable. It is often used for things that differ from what is expected or are simply strong enough to register with our senses without much effort.
So, whether it is a clear feature, an obvious change, or something simply hard to miss, "noticeable" describes anything that stands out enough for people to become aware of it easily.
Examples
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Visible damage
There was a noticeable scratch on the table.
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Home decor
The new curtains made a noticeable difference to the room.
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Personal progress
She has made noticeable progress since she started practicing every day.
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Small mistake
The mistake was barely noticeable until someone pointed it out.
More examplesFewer examples
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Smell
The smell became more noticeable as we got closer to the kitchen.
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Speech
His accent is noticeable, but it is easy to understand.
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Used with (collocations)
- noticeable difference
- noticeable change
- noticeable improvement
- barely noticeable
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Main spelling
- noticeableadjective