Definitions
- Describing something that is easily noticeable or stands out from its surroundings. - Referring to a person or thing that is well-known or important in a particular field or industry. - Talking about something that is placed in a position of high visibility or importance.
- Describing a significant or noticeable change or difference in something. - Referring to a clear and distinct characteristic or feature of something. - Talking about something that is easily distinguishable or recognizable.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe something that is noticeable or distinct.
- 2Both can be used to emphasize a change or difference in something.
- 3Both are adverbs that modify verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Prominently is typically used to describe the position or importance of something or someone, while markedly is used to describe a change or difference in something.
- 2Focus: Prominently emphasizes the visibility or importance of something, while markedly emphasizes the degree or extent of a change or difference.
- 3Intensity: Prominently implies a high level of visibility or importance, while markedly implies a significant or noticeable change or difference.
- 4Connotation: Prominently has a positive connotation, suggesting importance or prestige, while markedly can have a neutral or negative connotation, suggesting a change or difference that may not always be desirable.
Remember this!
Prominently and markedly are both adverbs that describe something that is noticeable or distinct. However, prominently is typically used to describe the position or importance of something or someone, while markedly is used to describe a change or difference in something. Prominently emphasizes visibility or importance, while markedly emphasizes the degree or extent of a change or difference.
