Obtrusive

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Pronunciation: /əbˈtruːsɪv/

Definitions of obtrusive

adjective tending to impose oneself or one's opinions on others in an intrusive way; noticeable or prominent in an unwelcome or intrusive way

Example Sentences

A1 The new wallpaper in the living room is too obtrusive.

A2 The obtrusive noise from the construction site next door is driving me crazy.

B1 The obtrusive advertising on the website makes it difficult to navigate.

B2 The obtrusive security measures at the airport can be overwhelming for some travelers.

C1 The obtrusive behavior of the guest at the party was causing discomfort for the other attendees.

C2 The obtrusive media coverage of the celebrity's personal life crossed a line into invasion of privacy.

Examples of obtrusive in a Sentence

formal The obtrusive advertisement on the website was distracting to users.

informal I find those obtrusive pop-up ads really annoying.

slang I can't stand how obtrusive that guy is, always butting into our conversations.

figurative Her bright pink hair was so obtrusive, it was impossible not to notice her in a crowd.

Grammatical Forms of obtrusive

past tense

obtruded

plural

obtrusives

comparative

more obtrusive

superlative

most obtrusive

present tense

obtrudes

future tense

will obtrude

perfect tense

has obtruded

continuous tense

is obtruding

singular

obtrusive

positive degree

obtrusive

infinitive

to obtrude

gerund

obtruding

participle

obtruded

Origin and Evolution of obtrusive

First Known Use: 1601 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'obtrusive' originated from the Latin word 'obtrudere', which means to thrust against or push forward.
Evolution of the word: Over time, 'obtrusive' has evolved to describe something that is overly noticeable or intrusive in a negative way.