obtrusive — noticeable or prominent in an unwelcome or intrusive way
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: noticeable or prominent in an unwelcome or intrusive way
Pronunciation (IPA): /əbˈtruːsɪv/
Korean meaning: 거슬리게 눈에 띄는, 방해가 되는
Korean pronunciation: 엡**트루**시브
Example Sentences
- His obtrusive cologne could be smelled from three tables away at the restaurant.
- The obtrusive pop-up ads made browsing the website almost impossible.
- She found his constant questions obtrusive during the movie.
obtrusive
ADJECTIVE//əbˈtruːsɪv//
noticeable or prominent in an unwelcome or intrusive way
A person's obtrusive phone conversation disrupts the peaceful library garden
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His intrusive performance crashes the exclusive dining experience!
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Origin
From Latin 'obtrudere' meaning 'to thrust against or push forward.' The word literally describes something that pushes itself into your attention when you don't want it there.
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“His obtrusive cologne could be smelled from three tables away at the restaurant.”
“The obtrusive pop-up ads made browsing the website almost impossible.”
“She found his constant questions obtrusive during the movie.”
“The obtrusive neon sign ruined the peaceful atmosphere of the quiet neighborhood.”
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