adj.
Pronunciation: - ' trü-siv, -ziv
Function: adjective
Date: 1667
1 a : forward in manner or conduct < obtrusive behavior> b : undesirably prominent
2 : thrust out : PROTRUDING <a sharp obtrusive edge>
synonyms see IMPERTINENT
– ob · tru · sive · ly adverb
– ob · tru · sive · ness noun