as in discreet
not readily seen or noticed
left an inconspicuous scratch on the wall
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Recent Examples of inconspicuous
Acetone is effective, but Verzini stresses that it should always be tested in an inconspicuous area first before applying it to the nail polish.
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Emily Benda Gaylord, The Spruce, 11 Jan. 2026
Stern’s design, woven through and behind the original 1908 building and the 1939 addition that gave the museum its full-block width, is transformative yet inconspicuous, embodying his values of understated patriotism, historical preservation, tastefulness, and memory.
—Justin Davidson, Curbed, 3 Dec. 2025
The actors hidden among the audience and posing as fellow audience members were mostly inconspicuous, and the atmosphere was lively and fun.
—Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 Dec. 2025
However, the other two surgeries were indeed inconspicuous.
—Elizabeth Ayoola, Essence, 5 Nov. 2025
See All Example Sentences for inconspicuous
Emily Benda Gaylord, The Spruce, 11 Jan. 2026
Stern’s design, woven through and behind the original 1908 building and the 1939 addition that gave the museum its full-block width, is transformative yet inconspicuous, embodying his values of understated patriotism, historical preservation, tastefulness, and memory.
—Justin Davidson, Curbed, 3 Dec. 2025
The actors hidden among the audience and posing as fellow audience members were mostly inconspicuous, and the atmosphere was lively and fun.
—Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 Dec. 2025
However, the other two surgeries were indeed inconspicuous.
—Elizabeth Ayoola, Essence, 5 Nov. 2025
See All Example Sentences for inconspicuous
Recent Examples of Synonyms for inconspicuous
Adjective
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In the Search, the pivotal structural device of involuntary memory also has a discreet Irish dimension.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
2 Feb. 2026
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Install grab bars as an affordable, discreet alternative to ramps and handrails.—
Tessa Cooper,
The Spruce,
1 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Expect fragrances to go heavy metal this year—or rather, invisible, light-as-air metal—as brands are using notes that bring materials like silver, gold, and steel to mind.—
Sophia Panych,
Allure,
6 Feb. 2026
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Another invisible threat to the lake and public health is microplastics.—
Theodore J. Karamanski,
Chicago Tribune,
6 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Perhaps unnoticed among the issues in this state related to housing affordability is the slight reprieve taking place throughout Los Angeles County.—
Andrew J. Campa,
Los Angeles Times,
1 Feb. 2026
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The tensions haven’t gone unnoticed in Russia, NATO’s biggest threat.—
Lorne Cook,
Fortune,
1 Feb. 2026
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“Inconspicuous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inconspicuous. Accessed 8 Feb. 2026.
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