Synonyms of unobtrusive

unobtrusive

adjective

ˌən-əb-ˈtrü-siv 

as in discreet

not readily seen or noticed

the notice that an 18% tip would be automatically added was so unobtrusive we almost didn't see it at the bottom of the menu

Synonyms & Similar Words

• discreet
• invisible
• unnoticed
• inconspicuous
• unnoticeable
• faint
• unseen
• hidden
• obscure
• imperceptible
• concealed
• indistinct
• indistinguishable
• unremarked
• inappreciable
• impalpable
• insensible

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• visible
• conspicuous
• noticeable
• striking
• showy
• loud
• obvious
• flashy
• clear
• noisy
• prominent
• apparent
• distinct
• evident
• discernible
• plain
• eye-catching
• unmistakable
• arresting
• manifest
• gross
• blatant
• patent
• flagrant
• glaring
• screaming

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of unobtrusive

As with most technical problems, find a solution that’s natural and unobtrusive. — Literary Hub, 28 Aug. 2026

Image and Video Capture As a Chrome extension, Droplr displays an unobtrusive window in your browser's corner with all your screen capture options. — Jordan Minor, PC Magazine, 27 Aug. 2026

Ball, who collaborated with two camera operators and two assistants on Tucci in Italy, then designed shots as unobtrusive as possible so the contributors could feel comfortable. — Matthew Jacobs, HollywoodReporter, 23 Aug. 2026

Toyota’s driver assistance systems are also fairly unobtrusive. — Matthew MacConnell, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026