Definition

Easily recognized or noticeable; having a distinctive appearance that makes it stand out.

Example

The kenspeckle design of the building made it a landmark in the city.

Conversation

Did you see that new café downtown?

Yeah, it looks pretty kenspeckle with all those colorful decorations.

I thought so too! It's hard to miss it when you walk by.

Exactly! It definitely stands out among the other shops.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Kenspeckle originates from Scots, where 'ken' means to know and 'speckle' refers to a spot or mark. The word describes something that is easily recognizable or conspicuous due to its distinctive appearance.

Memory Tip

Think of 'ken' meaning to know, and 'speckle' referring to spots — this helps you remember that kenspeckle means something that is easily known or recognized.

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