Obtrusive (adjective)

Unpleasantly noticeable or prominent; intrusive; pushing oneself forward in an unwelcome or aggressive way.

Origin:

Derived from the verb "obtrude" meaning "to thrust oneself or something forward in an unwelcome or aggressive way", it was first recorded in the early 17th century.

Examples:

  1. His obtrusive manner made it hard for him to make friends.
  2. The obtrusive advertising banners made it hard to focus on the content of the website.
  3. The obtrusive noise from the construction site made it hard to concentrate.
  4. His obtrusive behavior made it impossible for anyone to have a private conversation.
  5. The obtrusive bright lights made it hard to see the stage.
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