Definitions
- Referring to something that is easily visible or noticeable due to its position or size. - Used to describe something that stands out or is easily recognizable. - Talking about something that is displayed in a prominent or important location.
- Describing something that is easily observed or detected by the senses. - Referring to something that is clearly different or distinct from its surroundings. - Talking about something that is easily recognized or remembered.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe something that is easily seen or perceived.
- 2Both words can be used to draw attention to something.
- 3Both words are adverbs that modify verbs or adjectives.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Prominently is often used to describe the location or placement of something, while noticeably is used to describe a change or difference in something.
- 2Intensity: Prominently suggests a higher degree of visibility or importance than noticeably.
- 3Focus: Prominently emphasizes the position or display of something, while noticeably emphasizes the difference or change in something.
- 4Connotation: Prominently has a more positive connotation, suggesting importance or significance, while noticeably can have a neutral or negative connotation, suggesting a change or deviation from the norm.
Remember this!
Prominently and noticeably are both adverbs that describe something that is easily seen or perceived. However, prominently emphasizes the location or placement of something, while noticeably emphasizes a change or difference in something. Prominently suggests a higher degree of visibility or importance, while noticeably can have a neutral or negative connotation.
