výrazné

Výrazné is a Czech adjective form derived from výrazný, meaning conspicuous, notable, or expressive. It describes something that stands out due to its character, appearance, or impact, often conveying a sense of emphasis or prominence.

Etymology and meaning: The base word výrazný comes from vý- expressing, with výraz meaning expression or feature. The form výrazné (výrazné) is used for neuter singular nouns and for feminine plural nouns, while other gender and number forms of the adjective exist (for example, mužský tvar výrazný, ženský výrazná).

Grammatical use: In Czech, výraźné is the neuter singular form and also the feminine plural form of the adjective. It can occur with neuter nouns such as znamení (sign) or with feminine plural nouns such as barvy (colors). For example, výrazné znamení means a conspicuous sign, and výrazné barvy means distinctive colors. The nuance is that výrazné emphasizes outward distinctiveness or strong character.

Usage and nuance: The word is commonly used to describe features, appearances, characteristics, or effects that are easy to notice. In literary or journalistic style, it can convey contrast or highlight differences. It is somewhat stronger than synonyms like výrazný in everyday speech when aiming at a vivid, perceivable quality.

Related forms: The adverbial form is výrazně, meaning markedly or significantly. Related adjectives include výrazný (masculine singular) and výrazná (feminine singular).

See also: výrazný, výrazně, synonymy for notable or conspicuous expressions.