What does conspicuous gallantry mean?

adj. 1 clearly visible; obvious or showy. 2 attracting attention because of a striking quality or feature.

What is a synonym for conspicuous?

Some common synonyms of conspicuous are noticeable, outstanding, prominent, remarkable, salient, and striking. While all these words mean “attracting notice or attention,” conspicuous applies to something that is obvious and unavoidable to the sight or mind.

Is conspicuousness a word?

The quality or state of being prominent; a standing out from something; conspicuousness.

What does intrepidity mean?

: characterized by resolute fearlessness, fortitude, and endurance an intrepid explorer. Other Words from intrepid Synonyms & Antonyms Don’t Be Afraid to Learn About Intrepid More Example Sentences Learn More About intrepid.

How many Conspicuous Gallantry Crosses have been awarded?

Conspicuous Gallantry Cross
First awarded	1995
Total	61 including one unit award
Total awarded posthumously	3
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What is the conspicuous mean?

1 : obvious to the eye or mind conspicuous changes The bird has a conspicuous red head. 2 : attracting attention : striking a conspicuous success His absence was conspicuous. 3 : marked by a noticeable violation of good taste.

Can conspicuous people?

If someone or something is conspicuous, people can see or notice them very easily. Most people don’t want to be too conspicuous. Britain continues to follow U.S. policy in this and other areas where American policies have most conspicuously failed.

What is a conspicuous person?

(kənspɪkyuəs ) adjective. If someone or something is conspicuous, people can see or notice them very easily.

How do you use conspicuous?

without any attempt at concealment; completely obvious.

In China, her blonde hair was conspicuous.
Its colouring makes it highly conspicuous.
There was a conspicuous landmark ahead.
The notice must be displayed in a conspicuous place.
It was an age of conspicuous consumption — those who had money liked to display it.