inconspicuously-shaped
|in-con-spic-u-ous-ly-shaped|
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/ˌɪnkənˈspɪkjʊəsli ʃeɪpt/
(inconspicuous)
not noticeable
Etymology
Etymology Information
'inconspicuous' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'inconspicuus,' where 'in-' meant 'not' and 'conspicuus' meant 'visible.'
Historical Evolution
'inconspicuus' transformed into the English word 'inconspicuous' and eventually became the modern English word 'inconspicuously-shaped.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not visible,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'not easily noticed.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having a shape that does not attract attention or is not easily noticed.
The sculpture was inconspicuously-shaped, blending seamlessly with the surroundings.
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Last updated: 2025/05/21 10:51