inconspicuous

adjective

in·​con·​spic·​u·​ous ˌin-kən-ˈspi-kyə-wəs 

-kyü-əs

: not readily noticeable

inconspicuously adverb

inconspicuousness noun

Synonyms

• discreet
• invisible
• unnoticed

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

Recent Examples on the Web

Looking for an option that's more inconspicuous to reapply than engulfing yourself in clouds of perfume? —Jenny Berg, Allure, 6 July 2025

There’s also a Zankou Chicken in an inconspicuous shopping plaza. —Demarco Williams, Forbes.com, 27 June 2025

Absent the manufacturer's official care instructions, follow the methods outlined below, taking care to test any products on an inconspicuous area of the suitcase, such as along a seam or on the bottom of the bag. —Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 June 2025

Test the rubbing alcohol in an inconspicuous area before using it on special finishes, dilute it, and make sure not to leave it on too long. —Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 26 June 2025

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-ˈspik-yə-wəs 

: not easily seen or noticed

inconspicuously adverb

inconspicuousness noun