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CONSPICUOUSLY

Pronunciation (US):

(GB):

 I. (adverb) 

Sense 1

Meaning:

In a prominent way

Example:

the new car was prominently displayed in the driveway

Synonyms:

conspicuously; prominently

Classified under:

Adverbs

Pertainym:

conspicuous (obvious to the eye or mind)

Sense 2

Meaning:

In a manner tending to attract attention

Example:

there have been plenty of general declarations about willingness to meet and talk, but conspicuously no mention of time and place

Classified under:

Adverbs

Antonym:

inconspicuously (in a manner intended to avoid attracting attention)

Pertainym:

conspicuous (without any attempt at concealment; completely obvious)

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