B1adjectiveformalacademic
US/mɑːrkt/
UK/mɑːkt/
very noticeable; clear and easy to see
In context
There has been a marked improvement in her English this year.
The two cities show a marked difference in the cost of housing.
Sales saw a marked decline after the new competitor opened.
Words that go with marked
adjective + noun
- marked improvementDoctors saw a marked improvement in the patient.
- marked differenceThere is a marked difference between the two groups.
- marked increaseThe survey shows a marked increase in stress.
- marked contrastThis is in marked contrast to last year.
- marked declineBirth rates showed a marked decline.
- marked changeThe town has undergone a marked change.
- marked shiftThere was a marked shift in public opinion.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
a marking improvementCorrect: a marked improvement