Meaning of the word marked in English

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marked

US /mɑːrkt/

UK /mɑːrkt/

having a visible mark or sign

Example:

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The package was clearly marked fragile.

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His face was marked with a scar from an old accident.

Synonym:

noted signed labeled tagged stamped

clearly noticeable; obvious

Example:

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There was a marked improvement in her health.

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He showed a marked reluctance to discuss the issue.

Synonym:

noticeable pronounced distinct striking obvious

past participle of mark

Example:

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He marked the correct answers on the test.

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The teacher marked the essays.

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