unpretentious
adjective
un·pre·ten·tious
ˌən-pri-ˈten(t)-shəs 
: free from ostentation, elegance, or affectation : modest
unpretentious homes
an unpretentious celebrity
unpretentiously
adverb
unpretentiousness
noun
Examples of unpretentious in a Sentence
a casual and unpretentious restaurant
a simple and unpretentious account about growing up in the rural South
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Air Mail, 6 Dec. 2025
Boca Baco, Granada Steps from historic Granada's cathedral, Boca Baco fills a breezy, beautiful patio space with local art and draping greenery for an unpretentious spot to enjoy one of the best meals in town.
—Carley Rojas Avila, Travel + Leisure, 4 Dec. 2025
It’s known for its relaxed, unpretentious vibe and approachable terrain that caters to everyone from first-timers to experts.
—Francesca Krempa, StyleCaster, 17 Nov. 2025
With a breezy writing style that means her books are found on bedside tables as often as kitchen worktops, Roman turned a generation into voracious eaters and cooks with her viral cookie recipes, quick tips, and unpretentious, garlicky dishes.
—Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 11 Nov. 2025
See All Example Sentences for unpretentious
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“Unpretentious.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unpretentious. Accessed 14 Dec. 2025.
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unpretentious
adjective
un·pre·ten·tious
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unpretentiously
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