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unpretentious

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Unpretentious (adj) means Modest and straightforward, without trying to impress.

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Modest and straightforward, without trying to impress.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Synonyms

understated unostentatious unpretending

Antonyms

pretentious

Related words

plain assuming humble subtle naive restrained pretentious understated

Rhymes for unpretentious

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What is the meaning of unpretentious?

"unpretentious" (adj) means modest and straightforward, without trying to impress.

What is another word for unpretentious?

Other words for "unpretentious" include understated, unostentatious, unpretending.

What is the opposite of unpretentious?

The opposite of "unpretentious" is pretentious.

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