as in discreet
not readily seen or noticed
left an inconspicuous scratch on the wall
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Recent Examples of inconspicuous
Szabo, an otherwise inconspicuous former bureaucrat, helped to unite two distinct networks with overlapping ambitions.
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Alex Cuadros,
ProPublica,
16 June 2026
Not all will react the same depending on durability, so proceed with caution and —as always—spot test in an inconspicuous area first.
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Melissa Kravitz Hoeffner,
Martha Stewart,
5 June 2026
The inconspicuous trolley sleeve keeps you organized through security in crowded terminals or on public transit.
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Paris Wilson,
Travel + Leisure,
29 May 2026
The weight of California case law holds that visual representations can and do outweigh fine-print disclaimers when the visual is prominently displayed and the disclaimer is inconspicuous or inconsistent with the dominant message.
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Corey Martin,
Forbes.com,
26 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for inconspicuous
Alex Cuadros,
ProPublica,
16 June 2026
Not all will react the same depending on durability, so proceed with caution and —as always—spot test in an inconspicuous area first.
—
Melissa Kravitz Hoeffner,
Martha Stewart,
5 June 2026
The inconspicuous trolley sleeve keeps you organized through security in crowded terminals or on public transit.
—
Paris Wilson,
Travel + Leisure,
29 May 2026
The weight of California case law holds that visual representations can and do outweigh fine-print disclaimers when the visual is prominently displayed and the disclaimer is inconspicuous or inconsistent with the dominant message.
—
Corey Martin,
Forbes.com,
26 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for inconspicuous
Recent Examples of Synonyms for inconspicuous
Adjective
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To pull it off, Bugg recommends hanging the plates using discreet plate hangers.
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From discreet items like socks with a secret pocket to luggage locks, these anti-theft travel essentials will give you peace of mind on your next flight.
Adjective
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But the things that actually blow up a deal are invisible.
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Man, to see that Curaçao player — in a moment that’s quite important to him, that is earned over so many years of effort — give a slight nod to the invisible man, that warms my heart and brings a smile to my face.
Adjective
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For perpetrators, upskirting is a crime committed in seconds, often unnoticed.
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This launch coincides with widespread, often unnoticed, AI integration by Google and OpenAI into business tools.
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“Inconspicuous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inconspicuous. Accessed 28 Jun. 2026.
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