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- [uhn-uh b-troo-siv]
- /ˌʌn əbˈtru sɪv/
- /ˌʌn.əbˈtruː.sɪv/
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- [uhn-uh b-troo-siv]
- /ˌʌn əbˈtru sɪv/
Definition of unobtrusively word
- adjective unobtrusively not obtrusive; inconspicuous, unassertive, or reticent. 1
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Origin of unobtrusively
First appearance:
before 1735 One of the 48% newest English words
First recorded in 1735-45; un-1 + obtrusive
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Parts of speech for Unobtrusively
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
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unobtrusively popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 69% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
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adv unobtrusively
- chastely — refraining from sexual intercourse that is regarded as contrary to morality or religion; virtuous.
- conservatively — disposed to preserve existing conditions, institutions, etc., or to restore traditional ones, and to limit change.
- darkly — so as to appear dark.
- demurely — characterized by shyness and modesty; reserved.
- diffidently — lacking confidence in one's own ability, worth, or fitness; timid; shy.
adverb unobtrusively
- bashfully — In a bashful manner.
- dingily — In a dingy manner.
- 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.
- duskily — In a dusky manner.
- inconspicuously — not conspicuous, noticeable, or prominent.
Antonyms for unobtrusively
adverb unobtrusively
- disruptively — In a disruptive manner.
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