non-intrusive
|non/in/tru/sive|
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/nɒn ɪnˈtruːsɪv/
(intrusive)
unobtrusive
Etymology
Etymology Information
'non-intrusive' originates from the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' and the word 'intrusive' which comes from Latin 'intrudere', meaning 'to thrust in'.
Historical Evolution
'intrudere' transformed into the English word 'intrude', and eventually became the modern English word 'intrusive'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'intrusive' meant 'to thrust in', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'causing disruption or annoyance'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not causing disruption or annoyance through being unwelcome or uninvited.
The software update was non-intrusive, running quietly in the background.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35