Synonyms of conspicuous
55 similar words · 1 opposite word
Another word for conspicuous is obvious. Other synonyms of conspicuous are apparent, evident, bait, noticeable and blatant. The opposite of conspicuous is inconspicuous.
Synonyms and similar words for conspicuous
adjectiveObvious or easy to notice.
- apparentCapable of being seen, or easily seen; open to view; visible to the eye; within sight or view.
- evidentObviously true by simple observation.
- pointed
- observable
- perceivableCapable of being perceived; discernible.
- arrant
- undoubtedWithout doubt; without question; certain.
- glaring
- baitObvious; blatant.
- blatantObvious, on show; unashamed; loudly obtrusive or offensive.
- clearDistinct, sharp, well-marked.
- clear as a bellTotally clear; distinct and unmistakeable.
- clear as dayQuite clear.
- clear cut
- crystal clear
- cut and dried
- decided
- intuitive
- manifest
- noticeableCapable of being seen or noticed.
- obviousEasily discovered, seen, or understood; self-explanatory.
- open-and-shutSimple and obvious; easily decided.
- ostensible
- palpable
- patentExplicit and obvious.
- plainEvident to one's senses or reason; manifest, clear, unmistakable.
- plain as a haystackSynonym of plain as day.
- plain as a pikestaffSynonym of plain as day.
- plain as dayVery clear and evident.
- plain as Dunstable highwaySynonym of plain as day.
- plain as porridgeVery clear and evident.
- plain as printSynonym of plain as day.
- plain as SalisburySynonym of plain as day.
- plain as the nose on one's faceSynonym of plain as day.
- prima facieApparently correct; not needing proof unless evidence to the contrary is shown.
- res ipsa loquitur
- splendentVery conspicuous; illustrious.
- straightforward
- undissembledNot concealed or disguised; evident, obvious.
- detectableAble to be detected, noticeable.
- discernable
- perceptibleAble to be perceived, sensed, or discerned.
- sensableCapable of being sensed; perceptible, tangible.
- sensible
- elucidate obsoleteClear, understandable.
- eyely archaicVisible or apparent to the eye; evident; obvious.
- notable datedEasily noted (without connotations of value); clearly noticeable, conspicuous.
adjectiveNoticeable or attracting attention, especially if unattractive.
- attention-grabbingAttracting notice and attention, or prone to doing so.
- flashyShowy; visually impressive, attention-getting, or appealing.
- prominentLikely to attract attention from its size or position; conspicuous.
adjectiveMore synonyms
- eye-catchingThat attracts the attention; attention-grabbing.
- glossy figurativelyAttention-grabbing and superficially attractive.
- grabbyAttention-grabbing; striking, stimulating.
- high-profileImportant or well publicized.
- salientProminent; conspicuous.
Opposite of conspicuous
adjectiveObvious or easy to notice.
- inconspicuousNot prominent nor easily noticeable.
Meaning of conspicuous
- adjective Obvious or easy to notice.
- adjective Noticeable or attracting attention, especially if unattractive.
conspicuous in other languages
Questions about synonyms of conspicuous
- What is another word for conspicuous?
- Conspicuous has 55 synonyms on Word.ws, such as obvious, apparent, evident, bait, noticeable, blatant, eye-catching and prominent.
- What is the opposite of conspicuous?
- The opposite of conspicuous is inconspicuous.
- What does conspicuous mean?
- Conspicuous means obvious or easy to notice.
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