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Remarkable vs. Marked

Remarkable

/rɪˈmɑːkəbəl/
Something that is unusual or stands out and gets attention.

Examples:

Anything very remarkable about that, gentlemen?'Why, no,' says Mortimer; 'remarkable thing, you are all wrong.'Remarkable case of a person who swallowed a crown-piece, sir?'

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Marked

Clearly defined or noticeable

Examples:

The path was marked with bright yellow signs.His talent was marked from an early age.She marked the date on her calendar with a red circle.

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Ways to tell them apart:

etymology
  • Remarkable tends to express that something is extraordinary or worthy of attention.
  • Marked usually refers to something that is clearly noticeable or distinguished, not necessarily extraordinary.
  • Remember that remarkable often connotes admiration or surprise, while marked implies a clear, distinct difference.
  • Remarkable often suggests something is well worth noting or praising.
  • Marked implies that there's a noticeable change or feature that stands out.
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