1.
remarkable, striking, significant
Describes something that is noticeably great in degree or extent. Used for changes, progress, differences, or effects that stand out.
経済成長が著しい。
The economic growth is remarkable.
技術の進歩は著しい。
The progress of technology is striking.
最近、体力の低下が著しく、階段を上るだけで息が切れる。
Recently, the decline in my physical strength has been significant — I run out of breath just climbing stairs.
著しい is somewhat formal and often used in written contexts or news.
COMMON COLLOCATIONS:
- 著しい成長: remarkable growth
- 著しい進歩: striking progress
- 著しい変化: significant change
- 著しい低下: marked decline
- 著しく増加する: to increase remarkably
SIMILAR WORDS:
- 著しい: remarkable, significant (formal, emphasizes degree)
- 目立つ: conspicuous, noticeable (neutral, visual emphasis)
- すごい: amazing (casual, general intensifier)