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Visible distinctions: exploring "apparent" vs "conspicuous"

Reviewed and edited by

Lloyd Cooper 27/10/2024, 17:27

English.me team member

Apparent and conspicuous. What's the difference?

What is similar?

Both "apparent" and "conspicuous" describe things that are easily noticed or perceived. They both refer to the quality of something being clear or obvious to the observer.

What is different?

"Apparent" often refers to something that seems to be true based on visible evidence, but may not be the whole truth or could be misleading. "Conspicuous", on the other hand, implies something that is easily seen or stands out in an obvious way, often due to being out of the ordinary or attracting attention.

Which one is more common?

Internet search results for apparent) and conspicuous

Examples of usage

Apparent

It was apparent that she was upset after the meeting.
The error was apparent to anyone who looked closely.
He smiled with apparent confidence, though he felt nervous inside.

Conspicuous

Her red dress was conspicuous among the sea of black suits.
The tower is a conspicuous landmark in the city skyline.
He made a conspicuous mistake that caught everyone's attention.

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