Clearly visible and attracting attention; obvious and easily noticed, often in a way that stands out from surroundings.
From Latin 'conspicuus,' meaning 'visible' or 'striking to the eye,' derived from 'conspicere' (to look at), combining 'con-' (thoroughly) and 'specere' (to look). The word entered English in the 16th century with its current meaning intact.
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