Word
noticeably
Phoneticsno·tice·ably
US/ˈnoʊtɪsəbɫi/
UK/nˈəʊtɪsəbli/
Adverb of manner
Definition
adv. in a way that is easy to see, hear, or feel.
adv. to a degree that is easily perceived or detected by the senses or the mind.
Examples
“The weather is noticeably colder today.”
“After the new manager arrived, the atmosphere in the office became noticeably more relaxed and productive.”
“The city's skyline has changed noticeably over the last decade, with glass-fronted skyscrapers now dominating the view where historic brick warehouses once stood.”
Examples
simple
“The weather is noticeably colder today.”
contextual
“After the new manager arrived, the atmosphere in the office became noticeably more relaxed and productive.”
complex
“The city's skyline has changed noticeably over the last decade, with glass-fronted skyscrapers now dominating the view where historic brick warehouses once stood.”
Usage
Typically modifies adjectives or verbs to highlight a visible or measurable difference.
Teaching tip
Learners often use 'very' or 'really' when 'noticeably' would provide a more precise, B2-level description of a change.
Real-World Examples
“It will also turn noticeably cooler in the coming days with temperatures falling below average across the UK.” “However, temperatures in northern and western areas of the country will be noticeably lower than Thursday, which was the hottest day of 2026.” Etymology
From noticeable + -ly.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
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ADVERB
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Frequent
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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