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Comparative for plain in nature or appearance, without ostentation
“It promised understated elegance, dignified ceremonies, and unpretentious decor. All of which sounded exactly like what she was looking for.”
Comparative for restrained and subdued in nature or appearance
“This jacket had the simple, unpretentious colors and cut that most skiers prefer.”
Comparative for modest and reserved, having no pretensions or ostentation
“Pier Luigi Nervi is an unpretentious and modest man. He describes himself as a hardworking individual, willing to share his knowledge and experience with anyone.”
Comparative for having a laid-back or casual nature or character
“She found Karl to be an easy-going and unpretentious young man, and she developed an interest in him after he asked her out.”
Comparative for honest and natural, without artificiality or deception
“To Krenn, Pittsburghers are unpretentious and sincere, and this is how Krenn's audience hears the characters he creates.”
Comparative for marked by having a basic or uncomplicated form
Comparative for of low rank or status
Comparative for without artificiality or insincerity
Comparative for natural, unsentimental and straightforward, without artificiality or pretension
Comparative for not special or different in any way
Comparative for being a person of good repute and character
Comparative for not highly intellectual or cultured
Comparative for used in or suitable for everyday conversation rather than formal or official contexts
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