notice (A2)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈnoʊtɪs/

Definition

To see or become aware of something. To pay attention to something.

Examples

• Did you notice the new painting in the hall?

• I didn't notice you were there.

• She didn't notice the car behind her.

How to Use notice

notice that (collocation)

To become aware of a fact or situation. — "I noticed that the door was open."

notice someone/something doing something (collocation)

To see someone or something in the process of doing an action. — "I noticed him leaving the building."

notice someone/something VERB (base form) (collocation)

To see someone or something perform a complete action. — "Did you notice him leave the building?"

Synonyms of notice

Words with a similar meaning to notice:

• see
• observe
• perceive
• detect

Antonyms of notice

Words with the opposite meaning to notice:

• ignore
• overlook

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