inconspicuous

adjective

in·​con·​spic·​u·​ous ˌin-kən-ˈspi-kyə-wəs 

-kyü-əs

: not readily noticeable

an inconspicuous brick building

inconspicuously adverb

inconspicuousness noun

Synonyms of inconspicuous

• discreet
• invisible
• unnoticed

Examples of inconspicuous in a Sentence

She tried to remain as inconspicuous as possible so that no one would see her there.

left an inconspicuous scratch on the wall

Recent Examples on the Web

Largely inconspicuous from the street, the hotel fits right into the neighborhood, as does the clientele, which tends to be just as well-heeled and stylish as the New Towners that roam the area. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026

At the European premiere of Practical Magic 2, Maisie Williams went for a softer yet still-anything- but-inconspicuous interpretation of red eyeliner. — Marci Robin, Allure, 5 Oct. 2026

When in doubt, test your cleaning solution on an inconspicuous spot first. — Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 17 Sep. 2026

Mist dry clothing between wears, smooth wrinkles by hand and test an inconspicuous area first on delicate fabrics. — Ryan Brennan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 Sep. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Latin inconspicuus, from in- + conspicuus conspicuous

First Known Use

circa 1828, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

inconspicuous

adjective

in·​con·​spic·​u·​ous ˌin-kən-ˈspik-yə-wəs 

: not easily seen or noticed

inconspicuously adverb

inconspicuousness noun