pronounced

pronounced
pronouncedly /preuh nown"sid lee, -nownst"lee/, adv.pronouncedness, n.
/preuh nownst"/, adj.
1. strongly marked: a pronounced fishy taste.
2. clearly indicated: a pronounced contrast.
3. decided; unequivocal: pronounced views.
[1570-80; PRONOUNCE + -ED2]
Syn. 1. distinct, unmistakable.

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