conspicuous
/kənˈspɪkjuəs/
CEFR level C1Topic SocietyWord #6530 in the learning path
显眼的；引人注目的
Definitions
adj. easy to notice because of being unusual or different
显眼的；引人注目的
Example
Her yellow umbrella was conspicuous among the black ones.
在一片黑色雨伞中，她的黄色雨伞格外显眼。
Conspicuous consumption can encourage unnecessary spending as people seek to display their wealth through expensive possessions.
炫耀性消费可能助长不必要的开支，因为人们试图通过昂贵物品展示财富。
Collocations
- conspicuous consumption
- a conspicuous place
- conspicuous by its absence
Word family
- conspicuously (adv.)
- inconspicuous (adj.)
Synonyms
- noticeable
- prominent
- striking
Antonyms
- inconspicuous
Usage tip
强调容易被注意到，不一定表示重要。
FAQ
- What does conspicuous mean?
- easy to notice because of being unusual or different
- How is conspicuous pronounced?
- UK /kənˈspɪkjuəs/, US /kənˈspɪkjuəs/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
