obtrusive

The word “obtrusive” has 3 syllables: ob-tru-sive

It's pronounced as /əbˈtruːsɪv/


What is synonym and antonym for obtrusive?

In the thesaurus, “obtrusive” has 5 synonyms and 1 antonym.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for obtrusive along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for obtrusive

Antonyms for obtrusive

  • unobtrusive

Meanings of obtrusive

  • adjective
    1. Sticking out; protruding.
    2. Noticeable; prominent, especially in a displeasing way.
    3. Pushy.

Example Sentences

  • The obtrusive neon sign clashed with the historic aesthetic of the street.
  • Her obtrusive laughter disrupted the solemn atmosphere of the funeral service.
  • The obtrusive advertising banners on the website made it difficult to focus on the content.
  • He found her constant questions to be obtrusive and irritating during the lecture.
  • The obtrusive presence of security guards made the guests feel uncomfortable at the event.

On this page you'll find 6 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to obtrusive, such as: annoying, busy, intruding, intrusive, officious, unobtrusive.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

Related Words

officious

  • annoying
  • busy
  • intruding
  • intrusive
  • meddlesome
  • obtrusive

officiousness

  • concern
  • disrespect
  • inquisitiveness
  • interest
  • interference
  • intrusiveness
  • obtrusiveness

unambitious

  • courteous
  • diffident
  • folksy
  • gentle
  • homey
  • humble
  • indolent
  • laid-back
  • lazy
  • meek
  • modest
  • ordinary
  • polite
  • quiet
  • respectful
  • self-effacing
  • sheepish
  • shiftless
  • shy
  • simple
  • slothful
  • soft-spoken
  • straightforward
  • tentative
  • timid
  • unassuming
  • unobtrusive
  • unpretentious

unassertive

  • afraid
  • ambivalent
  • apathetic
  • apprehensive
  • bashful
  • cautious
  • circumspect
  • confused
  • coy
  • demure
  • diffident
  • discreet
  • embarrassed
  • evasive
  • fearful
  • feeble
  • frightened
  • gentle
  • hesitant
  • humble
  • indifferent
  • introverted
  • laid-back
  • meek
  • moderate
  • modest
  • nervous
  • nonviolent
  • prim
  • prudent
  • quiet
  • reluctant
  • reticent
  • satisfied
  • self-conscious
  • self-effacing
  • sheepish
  • simple
  • skittish
  • static
  • suspicious
  • timid
  • unassuming
  • unflappable
  • uninvolved
  • unobtrusive
  • unpretentious
  • wary
  • weak

unassuming

  • diffident
  • humble
  • meek
  • modest
  • quiet
  • self-effacing
  • unobtrusive
  • unpretentious

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