Definition of CONSPICUOUS

conspicuous

Meanings

Adjective

  • obvious to the eye or mind
    • "a tower conspicuous at a great distance"
    • "wore conspicuous neckties"
    • "made herself conspicuous by her exhibitionistic preening"

Adjective Satellite

  • without any attempt at concealment; completely obvious

Adj

  • Obvious or easy to notice.
  • Noticeable or attracting attention, especially if unattractive.

Origin / Etymology

From Latin conspicuus (“visible, striking”), from cōnspicere (“to notice”), from con- (“with, together”) + specere (“to look at”).

Antonyms

inconspicuous

Scrabble Score: 17

conspicuous is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
conspicuous is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
conspicuous is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 23

conspicuous is a valid Words With Friends word