marked
Translation
noticeable, distinct, obvious
Examples
There has been a marked improvement in his work.
There has been a marked improvement in his work.
The suspect has a marked accent.
The suspect has a marked accent.
Grammar Patterns
((noun)) very noticeable or obvious There has been a marked improvement in his work.
Similar Words
Synonyms: noticeable, distinct, pronounced; Antonyms: slight, subtle
Etymology
Past participle of the verb 'to mark', used as an adjective. Something that has been 'marked' stands out.
Memory Tips
If something is 'marked', you can see the mark on it, so it's noticeable.