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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From the outside, this townhome for sale in Minneapolis, Minnesota, is as inconspicuous as can be, with its vintage bricks and forest green steps, all under the curious light of a four-way lamppost.
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Tj MacIas, Kansas City Star, 10 June 2024
Be diligent, as bedbugs can hide in the most inconspicuous of places.
—Tiffany Acosta, The Arizona Republic, 29 May 2024
Seemingly inconspicuous among the list of courtside spectators was former Cowboys receiver Amari Cooper, now a member of the Cleveland Browns.
—Clarence E. Hill Jr., Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 28 May 2024
Some harsh chemicals found in standard disinfectants may stain fabric, so don't forget to test a spot in an inconspicuous space.
—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 May 2024
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Tj MacIas, Kansas City Star, 10 June 2024
Be diligent, as bedbugs can hide in the most inconspicuous of places.
—Tiffany Acosta, The Arizona Republic, 29 May 2024
Seemingly inconspicuous among the list of courtside spectators was former Cowboys receiver Amari Cooper, now a member of the Cleveland Browns.
—Clarence E. Hill Jr., Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 28 May 2024
Some harsh chemicals found in standard disinfectants may stain fabric, so don't forget to test a spot in an inconspicuous space.
—Patricia Shannon, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 May 2024
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 27 Jun. 2024.
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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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