The Opposite(Antonym) of “obtrusive”
The antonym of obtrusive is unobtrusive, inconspicuous, and subtle. The antonyms unobtrusive, inconspicuous, and subtle convey a sense of being discreet, unnoticeable, or not attracting attention.
Explore all Antonyms of “obtrusive”
Definitions and Examples of unobtrusive, inconspicuous, subtle
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Not attracting attention or causing disturbance; inconspicuous.
Example
The waiter was unobtrusive and didn't interrupt our conversation during the meal.
Not easily noticeable or attracting attention; not prominent or striking.
Example
The spy tried to remain inconspicuous by blending in with the crowd.
Not immediately obvious or noticeable; requiring close observation or analysis to detect.
Example
The artist used subtle shades of blue to create a calming effect in the painting.
Key Differences: unobtrusive vs inconspicuous vs subtle
- 1Unobtrusive implies not attracting attention or causing disturbance.
- 2Inconspicuous suggests not being easily noticeable or prominent.
- 3Subtle connotes something that is not immediately obvious or requires close observation to detect.
Effective Usage of unobtrusive, inconspicuous, subtle
- 1Describing Behavior: Use unobtrusive to describe someone who doesn't attract attention or cause disturbance.
- 2Describing Appearance: Use inconspicuous to describe something that is not easily noticeable or prominent.
- 3Describing Details: Use subtle to describe something that is not immediately obvious or requires close observation to detect.
Remember this!
The antonyms have distinct nuances: Unobtrusive implies not attracting attention, inconspicuous suggests not being easily noticeable, and subtle connotes something that requires close observation. Use these words to describe behavior, appearance, and details.
