unpretentious

• Beschreibt eine Person, einen Ort oder eine Sache, die bescheiden und einfach sind und nicht versuchen, durch übertriebene Aussagen oder protzigen Luxus Eindruck zu machen.

Describes a person, place, or thing that is modest, simple, and does not try to impress others with exaggerated claims or showiness.

1. Modest and unaffectedB2formal

   Not trying to impress others with greater importance, talent, or wealth than is actually possessed; simple and humble.

   Schlicht und bescheiden

   • Despite his fame, he remained unpretentious and approachable.
   • She gave an unpretentious speech that focused on the team's effort.
   • Their home was unpretentious, yet warm and welcoming.

   Synonymedown-to-earthgenuinehumblemodestnaturalplainsimpleunaffectedunassumingunostentatious

   Antonymeaffectedarrogantconceitedgrandioseostentatiouspompouspretentiousshowy

2. Not showy or flashyB2formal

   Not attempting to impress by being overly decorated, expensive, or elaborate; simple in style.

   Schlicht

   • The restaurant had an unpretentious decor, with wooden tables and soft lighting.
   • He wore an unpretentious suit to the gala, avoiding any flashy accessories.
   • The design of the building is unpretentious, focusing on function over form.

   Synonymehumblemodestplainrestrainedsimpleunassumingunderstatedunostentatious

   Antonymeaffectedextravagantflamboyantflashygaudygrandioselavishornateostentatiouspretentiousshowy

3. Showing restrained good tasteC1formal

   Exhibiting a refined but understated sense of style or quality, without being excessive or vulgar.

   Anspruchslos

   • Her unpretentious elegance made her stand out in the crowd.
   • The film's unpretentious charm won over critics and audiences alike.
   • He has an unpretentious appreciation for art, preferring subtle works over grandiose displays.

   Synonymediscreetlow-keymodestmutedrefinedsubtletastefulunderstated

   Antonymeflamboyantflashygaudyostentatiouspretentiousshowy