Meaning & Definition of word "Obtrusive"

Obtrusive

/əbˈtruːsɪv/

adjective:

  • 1. Noticeable or prominent in an intrusive way.
    • Example: The obtrusive advertisements on the website made it difficult to focus on the content.
  • 2. Tending to impose oneself or one's ideas on others.
    • Example: Her obtrusive behavior during the meeting disrupted the flow of discussion.
  • 3. Invasive in a way that is unwelcome or annoying.
    • Example: The obtrusive noise from the construction site interrupted our quiet evening.
  • 4. Projecting outward; noticeable.
    • Example: The obtrusive features of the building drew attention from passersby.

Etymology

Latin 'obtrudere', meaning 'to thrust against'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

obtrusive behavior:

Actions that are intrusive or unwelcome in social situations.

obtrusive presence:

Being prominently noticeable in a negative way.

obtrusive advertising:

Advertising that interrupts or distracts from the content.

obtrusive design:

A design that is excessively noticeable and not in harmony with its surroundings.

Related Words

intrude:

To enter without permission; to disrupt.

interfere:

To prevent a process or activity from continuing or being carried out properly.

noticeable:

Able to be seen or noticed; clear or apparent.

Slang Meanings of obtrusive

Meaning: In your face

Example Sentence: That style is too 'in your face' for me; it's obtrusive.

Meaning: Over the top

Example Sentence: Her obtrusive personality is just way over the top.