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单词 inconspicuousness
释义

inconspicuous

adjective

in·​con·​spic·​u·​ous ˌin-kən-ˈspi-kyə-wəs How to pronounce inconspicuous (audio)
-kyü-əs
: not readily noticeable
inconspicuously adverb
inconspicuousness noun

Synonyms

  • discreet
  • invisible
  • unnoticeable
  • unobtrusive
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Example Sentences

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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Word History

Etymology

Latin inconspicuus, from in- + conspicuus conspicuous

First Known Use

circa 1828, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

inconspicuous

adjective

in·​con·​spic·​u·​ous ˌin-kən-ˈspi-kyə-wəs How to pronounce inconspicuous (audio)
: not easily seen or noticed
I hope the error is inconspicuous.

inconspicuousness

noun

as in invisibility

Synonyms & Similar Words

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  • invisibility
  • insignificance
  • oblivion
  • invisibleness
  • namelessness
  • anonymity
  • facelessness
  • unpopularity
  • obscurity
  • silence
  • nowhere
  • nowheresville

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • importance
  • fame
  • name
  • significance
  • reputation
  • notoriety
  • popularity
  • character
  • celebrity
  • renown
  • favor
  • mark
  • report
  • prominence
  • glory
  • greatness
  • repute
  • distinction
  • note
  • eminence
  • honor
  • position
  • preeminence
  • prestige
  • recognition
  • stature
  • rep
  • praise
  • note
  • illustriousness
  • rank
  • standing
  • acknowledgment
  • cachet
  • adoration
  • acknowledgement
  • acclaim
  • superstardom
  • megastardom
  • kudos
  • idolization
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