auffallend
Auffallend is a German adjective describing something that attracts attention because it is conspicuous, striking, or noticeable. It can refer to appearances, behavior, events, or patterns and is used in both neutral and evaluative contexts. The noun form is Auffälligkeit, meaning conspicuity or conspicuousness.
Etymology and forms: Auffallend derives from the verb auffallen (to stand out), with the present participle
Usage and nuance: Auffallend often conveys that something draws attention due to color, shape, size, or unusual
Examples: Eine auffällige Kleidung kann Blicke auf sich ziehen. Der auffallend helle Hut machte ihn sofort