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Obtrusive: meaning, example and synonyms

Obtrusiveadj. Noticeable in an unwelcome or intrusive way.

Flashcard for Obtrusive (adjective): noticeable in an unwelcome or intrusive way. Example: Critics complained that the restoration's obtrusive steel supports distracted visitors from the delicate stonework they were meant to protect. Synonyms: intrusive, blatant, glaring, jarring. Antonyms: unobtrusive, inconspicuous, discreet, subtle. Memory tip: It obtrudes: pushes itself forward where it isn't wanted. Illustration: a quiet old village street of small stone cottages with one huge bright orange modern building jutting awkwardly out among them; no signs or written words.

Example

Critics complained that the restoration's obtrusive steel supports distracted visitors from the delicate stonework they were meant to protect.

Part of speech
adjective
Synonyms
intrusive, blatant, glaring, jarring
Antonyms
unobtrusive, inconspicuous, discreet, subtle
Memory tip
It obtrudes: pushes itself forward where it isn't wanted.

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Question 1

Residents objected that the new radio mast was ______, looming over the historic square and spoiling the view of the old cathedral.

Question 2

A good editor's corrections should be nearly invisible; ______ changes that call attention to themselves distract readers from the author's voice.

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