Salience
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈseɪ.li.əns/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Salience is a noun meaning The condition of being salient.
Meaning
The condition of being salient.
More Meanings
- A highlight; perceptual prominence, or likelihood of being noticed.
- (social sciences, linguistics) Relative importance based on context.
Word Forms
- saliences
Synonyms for salience
Depending on context, synonyms include saliency, strikingness.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include saliency, strikingness, emphasis, significance, importance, conspicuity.
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