in·ob·tru·sive

(ĭn′əb-tro͞o′sĭv)

adj.

Not noticeable; unobtrusive.

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inobtrusive

(ˌɪnəbˈtruːsɪv)

adj

unobtrusive

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inobtrusive

adjective

Not showy or obtrusive:

quiet, restrained, subdued, tasteful, unobtrusive.

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