as in simple
free from all additions or embellishment
the completely unadorned clothing favored by members of that religious sect
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Recent Examples of unadorned
The song doesn’t end in a triumphant singalong or a moment of closure, either, just refreshingly unadorned Justin Vernon harmonies.
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Hannah Jocelyn, Pitchfork, 20 Feb. 2026
In stark contrast to Hatixhe’s unadorned sensibility, Adelina comes across as Western European, from her elegant clothing to her fertility treatments.
—Sheri Linden, HollywoodReporter, 30 Jan. 2026
Somehow, these unadorned devices are transformed into materials of aching emotional weight.
—Alex Ross, New Yorker, 26 Jan. 2026
However, whereas the standard trailer’s stainless-steel exterior is essentially unadorned, the collaborative vehicle features a bold red beltline, solar guards adorned with perforated cowboy art, and a screen door that bears the Stetson logo.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 10 Dec. 2025
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Hannah Jocelyn, Pitchfork, 20 Feb. 2026
In stark contrast to Hatixhe’s unadorned sensibility, Adelina comes across as Western European, from her elegant clothing to her fertility treatments.
—Sheri Linden, HollywoodReporter, 30 Jan. 2026
Somehow, these unadorned devices are transformed into materials of aching emotional weight.
—Alex Ross, New Yorker, 26 Jan. 2026
However, whereas the standard trailer’s stainless-steel exterior is essentially unadorned, the collaborative vehicle features a bold red beltline, solar guards adorned with perforated cowboy art, and a screen door that bears the Stetson logo.
—Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 10 Dec. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unadorned
Adjective
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The rooms Hotel Thaynes has 128 guest rooms, including six king suites, each designed for simple mountain stays with subtle pops of colors.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
19 Mar. 2026
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Such a vote — which is bound to fail but would put senators on the record — differs from using a simple majority to change the Senate rules, a vote a senator could force after an unsuccessful vote to break a filibuster.—
Burgess Everett,
semafor.com,
19 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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If a conversation thread gets confusing, rewrite the key points in plain language.—
Tarot.com,
Baltimore Sun,
17 Mar. 2026
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To quench your thirst, sip water or plain fizzy water.—
Cory Martin,
Verywell Health,
16 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The naked dress has proven to be an ever-evolving garment.—
Christina Perrier,
InStyle,
16 Mar. 2026
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Pluribus creator Vince Gilligan once pondered that the extras who make up the hive mind on the dystopian future show should be naked.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
14 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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White tile, natural wood, and bare walls often end up feeling flat and nondescript.—
Lauren Jones,
The Spruce,
15 Mar. 2026
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Every rain event that exposes bare dirt increases erosion.—
Markis Hill,
Kansas City Star,
15 Mar. 2026
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“Unadorned.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unadorned. Accessed 22 Mar. 2026.
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