Obtrusive

Pronunciation

• Hyphenation: ob + tru + sive

Full definition of obtrusive

Adjective

1. Sticking out; protruding.The facade of the building was ornamented with obtrusive sculpted designs.
2. Noticeable; prominent, especially in a displeasing way.He has an obtrusive forehead.
3. Pushy.The office manager is an unpleasantly obtrusive individual.

Synonyms

• (sticking out) bulging, jutting
• (pushy) impertinent, intrusive

Related terms

• obtrusively
• obtrusiveness