Noticeably

ˈnəʊtɪsəbli

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Definitions

1

In a way that is easily seen or noticed; perceptibly.

ˈnəʊtɪsəbli

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General

To a degree that is easily perceived or observed.

The weather was noticeably colder this morning.

💡 Simply: It means something is so clear or obvious that you can't miss it! Like when you get a new haircut and someone immediately says, 'Wow, your hair is noticeably different!'

👶 For kids: When something is easy to see or hear, like when you get a new toy and everyone can tell!

More Examples

2

Her mood seemed noticeably improved after the vacation.

3

The quality of the food was noticeably better this time.

How It's Used

General

"The temperature dropped noticeably after sunset."

Science

"The plant grew noticeably taller in the last week."

Synonyms & Antonyms

Idioms & expressions

notice something

To become aware of something.

"I didn't notice the typo until after I submitted the paper."

From 'notice' + '-ably'. 'Notice' comes from Old French 'noticier' (to inform, give notice), ultimately from Latin 'notitia' (knowledge, acquaintance). The suffix '-ably' indicates 'in a way that is noticeable'.

The word 'noticeably' has been in use since the late 17th century, evolving from the verb 'notice'. It emphasizes the degree to which something is observable or remarkable.

Memory tip

Think of a billboard – something that grabs your attention quickly.

Word Origin

LanguageLatin
Original meaning

"to get to know, learn"

noticeably differentnoticeably improvednoticeably coldernoticeably absentnoticeably larger

Common misspellings

noticeblynoticably

Usage

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