noticeably
UK[ˈnəʊtɪsəbli]US[ˈnoʊtɪsəbli]
adv
In a way that is easily seen or noticed; to a noticeable degree.
Morpheme Breakdown
notice
able
ly
notice
to observe
able
capable of
ly
adverb suffix
Etymology
The word 'noticeably' is built upon the Latin foundation notitia, meaning 'knowledge' or 'idea', which evolved into the verb 'notice' in English, signifying the act of observing. The addition of the suffix '-able', from Latin -abilis, transforms the verb into the adjective 'noticeable', meaning 'capable of being observed'. Finally, the Old English adverbial suffix '-ly' is appended, converting the adjective into its adverbial form. Thus, the literal morphemic construction 'capable of being observed in the manner of' elegantly conveys the modern meaning of 'in a way that can be easily seen or perceived'.
Analysis
Structure: notice (to observe) + able (capable of) + ly (adverb suffix)
- notice: From Latin notitia (knowledge, idea), via Old French. Functions as the core verb root meaning 'to observe or become aware of'.
- able: From Latin -abilis (capable of, tending to). Functions as a suffix forming adjectives meaning 'capable of being [verb]ed'.
- ly: From Old English -līce (having the form or manner of). Functions as a suffix forming adverbs from adjectives.
Examples
The temperature dropped noticeably after sunset.
Her confidence has grown noticeably since she started the new course.
The new policy has noticeably improved efficiency in the department.