Definition

In a way that is easy to see or notice; clearly visible or obvious.

Example

The bright colors of the flowers stood out conspicuously in the green garden.

Conversation

Did you notice how she was dressed at the party last night?

Yeah, she stood out conspicuously among everyone else.

I wonder if she did that on purpose to get attention.

Probably! It definitely worked, because I couldn't stop looking at her.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Conspicuously → It is formed from "con-" (meaning together) and "spicere" (meaning to look or see), combined with the suffix "-ous" (meaning full of) and the adverbial suffix "-ly". The word means in a manner that is full of visibility or easily seen together with others.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is 'full of visibility' — 'con-' means together, 'spicere' means to look, and the '-ly' shows how it is done. This helps you remember that 'conspicuously' means something is done in a way that is very noticeable.

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