inconspicuous
adjective
in·con·spic·u·ous
ˌin-kən-ˈspi-kyə-wəs 
-kyü-əs
: not readily noticeable
inconspicuously
adverb
inconspicuousness
noun
Examples of inconspicuous in a Sentence
She tried to remain as inconspicuous as possible so that no one would see her there.
left an inconspicuous scratch on the wall
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Matthew Kaufman, CNN, 18 Feb. 2025
Always test your cleaning method in an inconspicuous spot before getting started.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 17 Feb. 2025
Pro tip: Be sure to do a test run on an inconspicuous area before using on your entire garment.
—Christina Pérez, Vogue, 15 Sep. 2024
So, these inconspicuous glasses could be an attractive option for people who don't want to be identified as having hearing issues.
—New Atlas, 8 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for inconspicuous
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“Inconspicuous.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/inconspicuous. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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inconspicuous
adjective
in·con·spic·u·ous
ˌin-kən-ˈspik-yə-wəs
: not easily seen or noticed
inconspicuously
adverb
inconspicuousness
noun
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