as in discreet
not readily seen or noticed
left an inconspicuous scratch on the wall
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Recent Examples of inconspicuous
On desktop, consumers are presented with a prominent button to enroll in Prime and a comparatively inconspicuous link to decline, the suit alleged.
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Winston Cho, HollywoodReporter, 25 Sep. 2025
For an even more inconspicuous (not to mention space-saving) spice rack, disguise shelves using artwork.
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Sep. 2025
Eventually Brodsky had a quiet chat with the pair, pleading with them to be more inconspicuous.
—Robert Annis, Outside, 23 Sep. 2025
And success is often inconspicuous.
—Ian Berry, CNN Money, 22 Sep. 2025
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Winston Cho, HollywoodReporter, 25 Sep. 2025
For an even more inconspicuous (not to mention space-saving) spice rack, disguise shelves using artwork.
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Sep. 2025
Eventually Brodsky had a quiet chat with the pair, pleading with them to be more inconspicuous.
—Robert Annis, Outside, 23 Sep. 2025
And success is often inconspicuous.
—Ian Berry, CNN Money, 22 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for inconspicuous
Recent Examples of Synonyms for inconspicuous
Adjective
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Branding Some people like clothing with prominent branding, and others prefer their garments to be a bit more discreet.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
27 Oct. 2025
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In winter 2025, shoes typically associated with our beloved grannies—think square-toe silhouettes, short block heels, and discreet buckles—have resurfaced as an elegant footwear alternative.—
Alex Sales,
Glamour,
25 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Why call my own identity invisible?—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
4 Nov. 2025
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The invisible primary for president will take place from Tuesday, to a year from Tuesday.—
Ted Johnson,
Deadline,
3 Nov. 2025
Adjective
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But Meredith’s not laughing, and the back-and-forth escalates enough for Captain Jason, who was meant to join the women for dessert, to slip away from the table unnoticed.—
Tom Smyth,
Vulture,
5 Nov. 2025
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Many victims only realize something is wrong after small, unnoticed transactions slowly drain their accounts.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
4 Nov. 2025
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“Inconspicuous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inconspicuous. Accessed 7 Nov. 2025.
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