conspicuous
/kənˈspɪk.ju.əs/ adjective C1- Obvious or easy to notice. · He was conspicuous by his absence.
- Noticeable or attracting attention, especially if unattractive. · He had a conspicuous lump on his forehead.
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When all this was done, and the army disciplined, and the herald Mouse had duly proclaimed war by challenging the Weasels, the newly chosen generals bound their heads with straws, that they might be more conspicuous to all their troops.
You will not wonder, Watson, that my first act on entering your rooms was to close your shutters, and that I have been compelled to ask your permission to leave the house by some less conspicuous exit than the front door.”
With this design he had engaged a box in the most conspicuous part of the theatre, and exerted himself to set off his personal attractions by the aid of the most rich and elaborate toilet.
In the most conspicuous part of the salon was another portrait.
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