low profile

American  

[loh proh-fahyl] / ˈloʊ ˈproʊ faɪl /

low posture

noun

1. a deliberately inconspicuous, modest, or anonymous manner.

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low profile British  

noun

1. 1. a position or attitude characterized by a deliberate avoidance of prominence or publicity

   2. ( as modifier )

      a low-profile approach

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adjective

1. (of a tyre) wide in relation to its height

low profile Idioms  

1. see keep a low profile.

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Other Word Forms

• low-profile
  adjective

Etymology

Origin of low profile

First recorded in 1970–75

Example Sentences

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low profile

Hassan's neighbour, Abdul Shakoor, says the criminals kept a low profile, and nobody knew they were there.

From BBC ● Jun. 24, 2026

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

He did so citing threats to the Fed's independence, and promised to keep a "low profile."

From Barron's ● Jun. 1, 2026

He’s dallying around, probably just keeping a low profile while he waits.

From "Warcross" by Marie Lu