unassuming
adjective
un·as·sum·ing
ˌən-ə-ˈsü-miŋ 
approving
: not assuming : not having or showing a desire to be noticed : modest
an unassuming librarian
an unassuming manner
They lived in an unassuming house/neighborhood.
unassumingness
noun
Examples of unassuming in a Sentence
He's just an unassuming guy.
They lived in an unassuming home.
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Charlotte Observer, 3 Dec. 2025
The Art of Paul Scott' See how artist Paul Scott takes unassuming blue-and-white cultural designs on tableware to create poignant social commentary.
—Caroline Ritzie, Cincinnati Enquirer, 30 Nov. 2025
Aikelida Travel Security Belt Storing your cash in this unassuming belt is a convenient choice for deterring pickpockets.
—Kristy Alpert, Travel + Leisure, 28 Nov. 2025
Alani, however, remains the purest of heart — unassuming and unaware in a way that allows Whitaker to play up her character’s earnestness.
—Fran Hoepfner, Vulture, 24 Nov. 2025
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“Unassuming.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unassuming. Accessed 4 Dec. 2025.
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unassuming
adjective
un·as·sum·ing
ˌən-ə-ˈsü-miŋ
: not pretentious : modest
an unassuming manner
an unassuming neighborhood
unassumingly
adverb
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