1
as in unaffected
free from any intent to deceive or impress others
a simple and unpretentious account about growing up in the rural South
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as in quiet
not excessively showy
lives in a rather unpretentious house for someone so wealthy
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as in humble
not having or showing any feelings of superiority, self-assertiveness, or showiness
the unpretentious disposition of an award-winning scientist who has nothing to prove to anyone
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Recent Examples of unpretentious
The primary element is a modest member of the legume family, the unpretentious black-eyed pea.
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Libby Monteith Minor, Southern Living, 17 May 2025
But since inheriting the space that was the longtime home to Parisi Bakery, a supplier to many of the city’s top eateries, the spot has discreetly established itself as a stylish yet unpretentious refuge for fashion world fixtures to congregate on and off duty.
—Laura Neilson, New York Times, 14 Apr. 2025
With a warm, unpretentious atmosphere and a kitchen that’s truly at the top of its game, this is one of Florence’s best fine dining experiences.
—Paul Caputo, Forbes, 28 Feb. 2025
In another iconic food documentary on Netflix’s roster of originals, chef David Chang explores the vibrant — and sometimes prickly — intersections of culture, history, and cuisine in a refreshingly frank and unpretentious way.
—Katie Rife, EW.com, 11 May 2025
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Libby Monteith Minor, Southern Living, 17 May 2025
But since inheriting the space that was the longtime home to Parisi Bakery, a supplier to many of the city’s top eateries, the spot has discreetly established itself as a stylish yet unpretentious refuge for fashion world fixtures to congregate on and off duty.
—Laura Neilson, New York Times, 14 Apr. 2025
With a warm, unpretentious atmosphere and a kitchen that’s truly at the top of its game, this is one of Florence’s best fine dining experiences.
—Paul Caputo, Forbes, 28 Feb. 2025
In another iconic food documentary on Netflix’s roster of originals, chef David Chang explores the vibrant — and sometimes prickly — intersections of culture, history, and cuisine in a refreshingly frank and unpretentious way.
—Katie Rife, EW.com, 11 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for unpretentious
Adjective
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These talismans of use are analogous to the often unaffected art work shown at Intuit.—
Edward Keegan,
Chicago Tribune,
15 June 2025
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Even when the Panama Canal had endured a months-long drought that forced the ACP to implement a series of daily transit and draft restrictions throughout the second half of 2023, container ships had largely been unaffected compared to other vessels.—
Glenn Taylor,
Sourcing Journal,
5 June 2025
Adjective
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Without it, people go quiet, engagement drops and growth stalls.—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
27 June 2025
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Young visitors will enjoy the splash pad and water slide, while guests ages 18 and older are welcome to relax in the quiet adults-only pool and hot tub.—
Patrick Connolly,
The Orlando Sentinel,
27 June 2025
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These humble movie moments have now become the foundation of a trending dinner party format.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
27 June 2025
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The company remains true to the humble ethic of hard work and friendly customer service embodied by the founding family.—
Emma Marsden,
MSNBC Newsweek,
27 June 2025
Adjective
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Today's audiences—both Hispanic and non-Hispanic—are savvy, diverse, and crave genuine representation and storytelling.—
Isaac Mizrahi,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2025
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Coach Wall was a remarkable individual whose kindness and genuine spirit touched all who knew him.—
Sean Krofssik,
Hartford Courant,
23 June 2025
Adjective
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London, on the other hand, has a much more muted outlook.—
Ryan Masiello,
Forbes.com,
13 June 2025
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The muted response to these modern takes on decades-old classics perhaps explains the move toward reviving properties that resonate with much younger generations instead.—
David Sims,
The Atlantic,
13 June 2025
Adjective
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Raj’s meek voice could faintly be heard against the jarring cacophony of honking horns, street performers, and the chatter of street vendors and passersby.—
Footwear News,
Footwear News,
24 June 2025
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From small and relatively meek beginnings, proboscideans eventually evolved into herbivorous, elephantine giants with a broad array of different tusk arrangements and shapes.—
Riley Black,
Smithsonian Magazine,
3 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The simplest ideas in mathematics can also be the most perplexing.—
Leila Sloman,
Wired News,
29 June 2025
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Start your day like a pro with simple morning cleaning habits that keep your home feeling fresh, organized, and under control.—
Quincy Bulin,
Southern Living,
28 June 2025
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Defying the typical approach where women tend to remain subdued and silent, often fearful of additional scrutiny.—
Gemma Allen,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2025
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Its madras inventory today includes these seven-inch shorts in a slightly more subdued and earthy pattern and color.—
Eric Twardzik,
Robb Report,
23 June 2025
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“Unpretentious.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unpretentious. Accessed 3 Jul. 2025.
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