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US/ˌʌn.əbˈtruː.sɪv.li/
UK/ˌʌn.əbˈtruː.sɪv.li/
in a way that does not attract attention or get in the way
In context
The waiter moved unobtrusively between the tables and refilled our glasses.
She slipped unobtrusively into the back row after the talk had begun.
The cameras were placed unobtrusively around the room.
Words that go with unobtrusively
verb + adverb
- work unobtrusivelyGood security staff work unobtrusively.
- move unobtrusivelyHe moved unobtrusively through the crowd.
- observe unobtrusivelyThe researcher observed the class unobtrusively.
- sit unobtrusivelyShe sat unobtrusively in the corner and took notes.
- blend in unobtrusivelyThe new speakers blend in unobtrusively with the furniture.
adverb + adjective
- unobtrusively placedThe sensors are unobtrusively placed under the carpet.