Definition of Conspicuous
Conspicuous
con·spic·u·ous


Definition/Meaning
(adjective)
readily visible or noticeable, obvious and easy to perceive;

e.g. Her red hair made her conspicuous among the sea of heads in the room.

(adjective)
striking, clearly attracting attention;

e.g. There was a conspicuous sign outside the building to advertise the event.

(adjective)
overly flashy or showy, attracting too much attention in a way that suggests a violation/lack of good taste;

e.g. They own a conspicuous red car with a roaring engine and a loud horn.





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