kenspeckle

/ˈkɛnspekəl/

Definitions

1. verb

to make or become conspicuous or noticeable, especially in a way that is annoying or embarrassing

“The politician’s gaffe kenspeckled her entire campaign, and she ultimately lost the election.”

2. noun

something that is conspicuous or noticeable, especially in a way that is annoying or embarrassing

“The new employee’s kenspeckle was the loud, bright pink hair clip that she wore on her first day.”

3. adjective

conspicuous or noticeable, especially in a way that is annoying or embarrassing

“The kenspeckled fashion sense of the celebrity couple made headlines in the tabloids.”

Synonyms

  • conspicuous
  • notorious
  • obvious

Antonyms

  • obscure
  • unremarkable