Synonyms for inconspicuousness

Grammar : Noun

Spell : in-kuhn-spik-yoo-uhs

Phonetic Transcription : ˌɪn kənˈspɪk yu əs

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Définition of inconspicuousness

Origin : 1620s, "invisible," from Late Latin inconspicuus, from in- "not, opposite of, without" (see in- (1)) + Latin conspicuus (see conspicuous). Weakened sense of "not readily seen or noticed" first recorded 1828. Related: Inconspicuously; inconspicuousness.

As in low profile : noun avoidance of attention
As in anonymity : noun obscurity

Example sentences :

Personally he remained simple to the point of inconspicuousness.
Extract from : « Library of the World's Best Literature, Ancient and Modern, Vol. 16 » by Various

There was little seeking after inconspicuousness, even in the boxes.
Extract from : « Ancestors » by Gertrude Atherton

They evidently rely, to a large extent, on inconspicuousness for protection.
Extract from : « Natural History of the Ornate Box Turtle, Terrapene ornata ornata Agassiz » by John M. Legler

Properties of the machine guns are divided into three general classes: Mode of action, fire, and inconspicuousness.
Extract from : « Military Instructors Manual » by James P. Cole and Oliver Schoonmaker

But it was the inconspicuousness of the route, the lack of an admiring audience, which gave birth to Missy's startling Idea.
Extract from : « Missy » by Dana Gatlin

Because of its inconspicuousness, it is not likely to be detected by the prey until it is close at hand.
Extract from : « Natural History of the Racer Coluber constrictor » by Henry S. Fitch

He has the art of inconspicuousness, the result of many generations of fine breeding.
Extract from : « Behind the Mirrors » by Clinton W. Gilbert

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