pronounced

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adjective

pro·​nounced prə-ˈnau̇n(t)st How to pronounce pronounced (audio)
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: strongly marked : decided
a pronounced dislike
pronouncedly
prə-ˈnau̇n(t)-səd-lē How to pronounce pronounced (audio) -ˈnau̇n(t)st-lē How to pronounce pronounced (audio)
adverb

pronounced

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past tense and past participle of pronounce

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Adjective He walked with a pronounced limp. The symptoms of the disease have become steadily more pronounced.
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His outreach to Jewish voters will soon become even more pronounced. — Andrew Lapin, Sun Sentinel, 31 Aug. 2026 Alternatively, a glossier finish can make the blue more pronounced. — Kristina McGuirk, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Aug. 2026 After several seasons of linen and hemp bringing more pronounced texture to denim, the segment is now shifting toward fabrics with more luxurious enhancements. — Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 27 Aug. 2026 This structural impact is more pronounced in high-capacity designs. — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 24 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for pronounced

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Adjective

1728, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of pronounced was in 1728

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pronounced

adjective
pro·​nounced prə-ˈnau̇n(t)st How to pronounce pronounced (audio)
: very noticeable
walk with a pronounced limp
pronouncedly
-ˈnau̇n(t)-səd-lē
adverb
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