unadorned

adjective

un·​adorned ˌən-ə-ˈdȯrnd 

: not adorned : lacking embellishment or decoration : plain, simple

Synonyms of unadorned

• simple
• plain
• naked
• bare

Examples of unadorned in a Sentence

The room is unadorned and very plain.

the completely unadorned clothing favored by members of that religious sect

Recent Examples on the Web

In true Joycean fashion, Ironweed wants both symbolism and naturalism, the elevated language of heaven’s vaults alongside the unadorned details of bodily filth. — Cynthia Zarin, Harpers Magazine, 1 Sep. 2026

Heavy and unadorned, this simple slab of metal makes delicious pizza pies that are crispy and crusty in all the right places. — Adam Campbell-Schmitt, Bon Appetit Magazine, 31 Aug. 2026

Hayden Heights For years, any number of drivers passing the Hayden Heights Library on White Bear Avenue have assumed the boxy, unadorned 1979 building was some form of warehouse or private office, according to library surveys. — Frederick Melo, Twin Cities, 16 Aug. 2026

Gilbert announced her departure with a brief and unadorned Instagram post on Thursday. — Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 16 July 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1633, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for unadorned

• adorned
• forewarned
• suborned
• corned
• horned
• mourned
• scorned
• warned

Kids Definition

unadorned

adjective

un·​adorned ˌən-ə-ˈdȯ(ə)rnd 

: not adorned : lacking decoration : simple