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
Synonyms
Examples of unpretentious in a Sentence
a casual and unpretentious restaurant
a simple and unpretentious account about growing up in the rural South
Recent Examples on the Web
The Abaco Club is part of Southworth, which develops and owns private club communities with a decidedly offbeat, unpretentious philosophy.
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Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 1 Apr. 2024
The likes of the Bingo and Seagull make the most of electric technology with their unpretentious utility for short-range use like the daily commute, shopping and school run, with no long-range claims.
—Neil Winton, Forbes, 27 Mar. 2024
For lunch, a towering turkey club sandwich, a veg-heavy grain bowl, or an iconic burger
Recent additions add welcome variety to the restaurant scene while fitting right into this unpretentious neck of the woods.
—Alex Beggs, Bon Appétit, 21 Mar. 2024
Still, Kimmel seems to relish the juxtaposition of his unpretentious jocularity and the Oscars’ pomp and circumstance.
—Tim Grierson, Los Angeles Times, 20 Feb. 2024
For a Maui honeymoon meal that's both authentic and inventive, book a table at Merriman's Kapalua, where you'll be treated to the work of James Beard-nominee Peter Merriman in an unpretentious, oceanfront setting.
—Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 17 Feb. 2024
Other comments praised the famous mom for her unpretentious ways.
—Erin Clements, Peoplemag, 13 Feb. 2024
The people are all really friendly and unpretentious.
—Luke Leitch, Vogue, 12 Jan. 2024
Taqueria Habanero is my ideal restaurant: delicious food and an unpretentious menu with cozy seating and the nicest staff.
—Bon Appétit Contributor, Bon Appétit, 11 Jan. 2024
Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 1 Apr. 2024
The likes of the Bingo and Seagull make the most of electric technology with their unpretentious utility for short-range use like the daily commute, shopping and school run, with no long-range claims.
—Neil Winton, Forbes, 27 Mar. 2024
For lunch, a towering turkey club sandwich, a veg-heavy grain bowl, or an iconic burger
Recent additions add welcome variety to the restaurant scene while fitting right into this unpretentious neck of the woods.
—Alex Beggs, Bon Appétit, 21 Mar. 2024
Still, Kimmel seems to relish the juxtaposition of his unpretentious jocularity and the Oscars’ pomp and circumstance.
—Tim Grierson, Los Angeles Times, 20 Feb. 2024
For a Maui honeymoon meal that's both authentic and inventive, book a table at Merriman's Kapalua, where you'll be treated to the work of James Beard-nominee Peter Merriman in an unpretentious, oceanfront setting.
—Evie Carrick, Travel + Leisure, 17 Feb. 2024
Other comments praised the famous mom for her unpretentious ways.
—Erin Clements, Peoplemag, 13 Feb. 2024
The people are all really friendly and unpretentious.
—Luke Leitch, Vogue, 12 Jan. 2024
Taqueria Habanero is my ideal restaurant: delicious food and an unpretentious menu with cozy seating and the nicest staff.
—Bon Appétit Contributor, Bon Appétit, 11 Jan. 2024
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unpretentious
adjective
un·pre·ten·tious
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unpretentiously
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