low profile

[loh proh-fahyl] / ˈloʊ ˈproʊ faɪl /

NOUN

avoidance of attention

Synonyms

WEAK

anonymity inconspicuousness latency low key low posture low visibility reluctance reticence secrecy semivisibility

ADJECTIVE

obscure, anonymous

Synonyms

STRONG

anonymous inconspicuous low-key obscure unconspicuous unnoticeable unobtrusive

Example Sentences

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For the most part, Shotwell has tried to keep a low profile and has not been pulled into public controversies involving Musk.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 11, 2026

But one can’t exactly fault Travolta for wanting to keep a low profile, considering that the last two decades have been mired in personal strife for the actor.

From Salon • Jun. 2, 2026

Such a low profile might explain the absence of biographical interest in him despite his strong campaigning against slavery and racial prejudice.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026

He cited threats to the central bank's independence as the reason and promised to "keep a low profile" under Warsh.

From Barron's • May 12, 2026

Add locksmith skills and a keen ability to keep a low profile, and I trip into the lap of luxury on a regular basis.

From "Dry" by Neal Shusterman and Jarrod Shusterman

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