Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

unobtrusiveness

noun
/ˌʌn.əbˈtruː.sɪv.nəs/
Definition
The quality of not attracting attention or being noticeable; discreetness.
Examples
  • Her unobtrusiveness allowed the guests to feel comfortable in her home.
  • The design of the furniture reflects an unobtrusiveness that complements the room’s aesthetics.
  • His unobtrusiveness made him an excellent observer of the events around him.
Meaning
Unobtrusiveness refers to a state where someone or something does not impose themselves or make their presence known in an obvious way.
Synonyms
  • Discreetness
  • Inconspicuousness
  • Modesty
  • Reticence
  • Subtlety