unarrogant

adjective

Definition of unarrogantnext
as in humble

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unarrogant
  1. humble
  2. modest
  3. unpretentious
  4. lowly
  5. subdued
  6. timid
  7. shrinking
  8. bashful
Adjective
  • In a statement posted on social media, Obama highlighted Parton’s humble roots, colossal impact in music and Hollywood, and her philanthropic work.
    — Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 26 Aug. 2026
  • In her songs, stage banter and interviews, Parton always presented herself as a humble, yet audacious mountain dreamer made good.
    — Jewly Hight, NPR, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of humble
Adjective
  • One of the newest members of the billionaire club, Scale AI cofounder Lucy Guo, is a more recent example of someone whose spending habits have remained relatively modest as her fortune has soared.
    — Preston Fore, Fortune, 27 Aug. 2026
  • The United States, for its part, has made modest efforts to repair the relationship.
    — C. Raja Mohan, Foreign Affairs, 27 Aug. 2026
Definition of modest
Adjective
  • The staff is eager to share their knowledge in a charming, unpretentious way.
    — Kate Bradshaw, Mercury News, 25 Aug. 2026
  • The resort has a refreshingly unpretentious vibe, and now oddly-endearing late-80s aesthetic from when it was first designed and built.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Aug. 2026
Definition of unpretentious
Adjective
  • On Sunday, the Sydney Swans — who are second in the AFL — won their penultimate game of the regular season at lowly Essendon, a club based in Melbourne.
    — Michael Bailey, New York Times, 20 Aug. 2026
  • Except the A’s—who, for their part, had finished the month of July with a lowly record of 5–19—won the next game, too.
    — Louisa Thomas, New Yorker, 16 Aug. 2026
Definition of lowly
Adjective
  • Despite its subdued colorway, the knee-length dress is covered entirely in beadwork.
    — Kelsey Stiegman, InStyle, 25 Aug. 2026
  • Unemployment continued to fall while inflation remained subdued.
    — Joao Gomes, Fortune, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of subdued
Adjective
  • Conversely, timid or softened feedback delivered to struggling employees creates a false sense of security, signaling that there is no urgency to adjust course.
    — Luciana Paulise, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026
  • Knight was timid, and his interview was practiced, Becker said.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 17 Aug. 2026
Definition of timid
Adjective
  • Re-wash and dry the garment, using these tips to avoid re-shrinking, to prevent a residue from the conditioner from setting.
    — Hallie Milstein, Southern Living, 15 Jan. 2026
Definition of shrinking
Adjective
  • And Jonathan is a continuing reminder that liberalism doesn’t have to be apologetic or bashful about itself.
    — David Frum, The Atlantic, 29 July 2026
  • Cran-raspberry juice, pink lemonade concentrate, and grenadine provide its blush and bashful hue, while passionfruit juice cocktail gives it tropical flavors.
    — Erin Merhar, Southern Living, 25 July 2026
Definition of bashful
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“Unarrogant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unarrogant. Accessed 31 Aug. 2026.

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