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- [in-kuh n-spik-yoo-uh s]
- /ˌɪn kənˈspɪk yu əs/
- /ˌɪn.kənˈspɪk.ju.əs/
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- [in-kuh n-spik-yoo-uh s]
- /ˌɪn kənˈspɪk yu əs/
Definitions of inconspicuously word
- adjective inconspicuously not conspicuous, noticeable, or prominent. 1
- noun inconspicuously In an inconspicuous manner; so as not to attract attention or appear unusual or out of the ordinary. 1
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Origin of inconspicuously
First appearance:
before 1615 One of the 41% oldest English words
From the Latin word inconspicuus, dating back to 1615-25. See in-3, conspicuous
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Parts of speech for Inconspicuously
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inconspicuously popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 68% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
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adv inconspicuously
- modestly — having or showing a moderate or humble estimate of one's merits, importance, etc.; free from vanity, egotism, boastfulness, or great pretensions.
- secretly — done, made, or conducted without the knowledge of others: secret negotiations.
- surreptitiously — obtained, done, made, etc., by stealth; secret or unauthorized; clandestine: a surreptitious glance.
adverb inconspicuously
- discreetly — judicious in one's conduct or speech, especially with regard to respecting privacy or maintaining silence about something of a delicate nature; prudent; circumspect.
- subtly — thin, tenuous, or rarefied, as a fluid or an odor.
- unnoticeably — attracting notice or attention; capable of being noticed: a noticeable lack of interest.
- unobtrusively — not obtrusive; inconspicuous, unassertive, or reticent.
- tasteful — having, displaying, or in accordance with good taste: tasteful clothing; a tasteful room.
Antonyms for inconspicuously
adverb inconspicuously
- obviously — easily seen, recognized, or understood; open to view or knowledge; evident: an obvious advantage.
- conspicuously — easily seen or noticed; readily visible or observable: a conspicuous error.
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