Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence.
The skunk had a conspicuous spinal stripe.
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. noticeable.
Noticeable is a suitable option.
Something that is easily seen or stands out is said to be conspicuous.
Conspicuous and noticeable go hand in hand. Noticeable refers to something that can easily be observed or discovered.
Compared to other options:
Obscure: Something that is not readily seen or concealed is considered obscure; it is the opposite of "conspicuous."
Charming: The word "charming" describes anything charming that does not relate to visibility.
Faint: Something faint is weak or difficult to notice; it is the reverse of "conspicuous."