marked
Translation
noticeable, significant, labelled
Examples
There was a marked improvement in his work.
There was a marked improvement in his work.
The path is clearly marked on the map.
The path is clearly marked on the map.
He is a marked man.
He is a marked man.
Grammar Patterns
a marked ((noun)) a noticeable (noun) There was a marked improvement in his work.
Similar Words
Synonyms: noticeable, distinct, obvious; Antonyms: unmarked, subtle
Etymology
From the past participle of the verb 'mark', meaning to put a sign on something. Something that has been marked is therefore noticeable.
Memory Tips
Imagine a test paper with a big red 'mark' on it – it's very 'marked' or noticeable.