notice
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ˈnoʊtɪs/
KK: /ˈnoʊtɪs/
noun
Definition
A written or printed announcement or message that provides information or warns about something.
Example
The school posted a notice about the upcoming parent-teacher meeting.
Conversation
Did you see the notice about the new café opening downtown?
Yeah, I saw it! It sounds like a great place to check out.
I hope they have good coffee; I can't wait to visit after work.
Same here! We should go together and see what all the hype is about.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
announcement
notification
alert
Antonyms
ignorance
disregard
neglect
transitive verb
Definition
To become aware of something or to see it, often for the first time.
Example
I noticed a small mistake in the report after I submitted it.
Tense Forms
Past: noticed
Past Participle: noticed
Conversation
Did you notice how beautiful the sunset was yesterday?
Yes! It was stunning, especially with those colors.
I always notice little things like that when I'm outside.
Root Explanation
Notice → It is formed from 'notitia' (from Latin, meaning knowledge or awareness) and the suffix '-ce' (indicating a state or condition). The word 'notice' refers to the state of being aware or having knowledge of something.
Memory Tip
Think of 'knowledge' ('notitia') to remember that 'notice' means being aware or having knowledge of something.
Visually Confused Words
renotice
novice
nostic
noetic
entice
unnoticed
tice
prenotice