Unobtrusively: meaning, definitions and examples
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unobtrusively
[ ˌʌnəbˈtruːsɪvli ]
behavior
In a way that is not obtrusive or noticeable; subtly.
Synonyms
discreetly, inconspicuously, subtly
Examples of usage
- She unobtrusively slipped out of the room.
- He unobtrusively observed the conversation from a distance.
- The waiter unobtrusively refilled our water glasses.
- They worked unobtrusively in the background, avoiding attention.
- The artist unobtrusively captured the essence of the scene in her painting.
Translations
Translations of the word "unobtrusively" in other languages:
🇵🇹 discretamente
🇮🇳 अप्रकट रूप से
🇩🇪 unauffällig
🇮🇩 secara tidak mencolok
🇺🇦 непомітно
🇵🇱 dyskretnie
🇯🇵 目立たないように
🇫🇷 discrètement
🇪🇸 discretamente
🇹🇷 göze batmadan
🇰🇷 눈에 띄지 않게
🇸🇦 بشكل غير ملحوظ
🇨🇿 nenápadně
🇸🇰 nenápadne
🇨🇳 不引人注目地
🇸🇮 neopazno
🇮🇸 óáberandi
🇰🇿 байқатпай
🇬🇪 მოუხერხებლად
🇦🇿 gözə çarpmadan
🇲🇽 discretamente
Word origin
The word 'unobtrusively' is derived from the combination of the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' and the adjective 'obtrusive' which originates from the Latin word 'obtrudere' meaning 'to thrust against.' The concept of being unobtrusive has been valued in various cultures throughout history, as it signifies a respectful and discreet approach to interactions and situations.