Notice: meaning, definitions and examples

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notice

 

[ ˈnəʊtɪs ]

Noun / Verb
Oxford 3000
Context #1 | Noun

take notice of

To become aware of; to pay attention to. It implies looking at something or someone and perceiving it.

Synonyms

detect, observe, perceive

Examples of usage

  • I noticed a strange sound coming from the attic.
  • She noticed that her colleague seemed upset.
  • We should always notice the small details around us.
Context #2 | Noun

official notification

A formal announcement or warning about something. It is often written or displayed publicly to inform people.

Synonyms

announcement, notification, warning

Examples of usage

  • The notice about the meeting was posted on the bulletin board.
  • The eviction notice gave the tenants 30 days to vacate the premises.
Context #3 | Verb

attention or recognition

To observe or pay attention to something or someone. It involves recognizing or acknowledging the presence of something.

Synonyms

observe, perceive, spot

Examples of usage

  • She noticed the beautiful flowers in the garden.
  • He noticed a change in her behavior.

Translations

Translations of the word "notice" in other languages:

🇵🇹 aviso

🇮🇳 सूचना

🇩🇪 Hinweis

🇮🇩 pemberitahuan

🇺🇦 повідомлення

🇵🇱 zauważyć

🇯🇵 通知 (つうち)

🇫🇷 avis

🇪🇸 aviso

🇹🇷 bildiri

🇰🇷 공지

🇸🇦 إشعار

🇨🇿 oznámení

🇸🇰 oznámenie

🇨🇳 通知 (tōngzhī)

🇸🇮 opaziti

🇮🇸 tilkynning

🇰🇿 хабарландыру

🇬🇪 ცნობა

🇦🇿 bildiriş

🇲🇽 aviso

Etymology

The word 'notice' originated from the Middle English term 'notisen' which means 'to mark, observe, take note of'. It has been used in the English language since the 14th century. The concept of noticing or being aware of something has always been essential for human survival and communication. Over time, 'notice' has evolved to encompass various meanings and contexts, reflecting the importance of observation and attention in daily life.

See also: annotate, notability, notable, notables, notably, notary, notebook, noted, notepad, notes, noteworthy.

Word Frequency Rank

At #583 in the frequency ranking, this word is highly important for effective communication. It's commonly used in daily situations and should be prioritized in your vocabulary building.