Obtrusive

obtrusive \ əb-ˈtrü-siv \ 

adjective

1. sticking out; protruding

2. undesirably noticeable

e.g. the obtrusive and unloved skyscraper.

The nine-foot-tall, hot red statue of Bat did not belong among the pink couches of the fancy living room. The statue was obtrusive, meaning it stood out in a bad way.

Something that obtrudes sticks out, like a sore thumb. Wearing a snow suit and skis to your neighbor's pool party, or bringing steak tartare to a vegan potluck — these are examples of obtrusive behavior, which draws attention to you and makes you stick out, but not in a good way.

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