as in discreet
not readily seen or noticed
left an inconspicuous scratch on the wall
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Recent Examples of inconspicuous
For an even more inconspicuous (not to mention space-saving) spice rack, disguise shelves using artwork.
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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
Always test cleaners in an inconspicuous area before using.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 19 Sep. 2025
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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
Always test cleaners in an inconspicuous area before using.
—Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 19 Sep. 2025
See All Example Sentences for inconspicuous
Recent Examples of Synonyms for inconspicuous
Adjective
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But what sets Starkey apart is developing a product that can be worn for more hours of the day and something that’s more discreet.—
Sydney Lake,
Fortune,
9 Oct. 2025
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Some experts pointed out that, while public pressure campaigns are unusual, there have been occasional instances of discreet self-advocacy among Nobel Peace Prize hopefuls.—
Brendan Rascius,
Miami Herald,
9 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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Due to their high metabolism and sensitive respiratory system, these small, yellow songbirds succumbed to the invisible, odorless gas much faster than humans.—
Big Think,
Big Think,
13 Oct. 2025
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However, despite its brilliance, the system remains invisible in optical wavelengths, shrouded by thick layers of dust and gas.—
Bojan Stojkovski,
Interesting Engineering,
12 Oct. 2025
Adjective
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That work ethic hasn’t gone unnoticed by his Warriors teammates and coaches.—
Nick Friedell,
New York Times,
16 Oct. 2025
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However, their apparent preference for wearing Stone Island has not gone unnoticed.—
Steve Salter,
CNN Money,
15 Oct. 2025
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“Inconspicuous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/inconspicuous. Accessed 20 Oct. 2025.
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