Pronunciations (2)
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/kənˈspɪk.ju.əs/
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kənˈspɪk.ju.əs
Adjective
Obvious or easy to notice.
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He was conspicuous by his absence.
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“No, don't,” replied the superintendent; “in fact, I'd rather you made yourself conspicuous elsewhere. Go down to the landing stage and cross to New Brighton or Wallasey—doesn't matter which—and come back. No doubt you will be seen, and reported to have gone across.”
[...] 1. Handsignalmen, where needed, ought to wear a conspicuous orange/yellow cape (like many road workmen) to draw attention to them.
Noticeable or attracting attention, especially if unattractive.
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He had a conspicuous lump on his forehead.
For his height he had a small face. The combination made him conspicuous.
Adjective
obvious to the eye or mind
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a tower conspicuous at a great distance
wore conspicuous neckties
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made herself conspicuous by her exhibitionistic preening
without any attempt at concealment; completely obvious
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blatant disregard of the law
a blatant appeal to vanity
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a blazing indiscretion