unvarnished

• Qui n'est pas embelli ni adouci, présenté de manière directe et sans fioritures. Se dit aussi d'une personne ou d'un discours franc, sans détour ni complaisance.

Describes something that is plain, direct, and without any attempt to make it seem better or more pleasant.

1. Plain and straightforwardC1formal

   Not embellished or glossed over; expressed in a direct and honest manner.

   sans fard, direct

   • He gave an unvarnished account of the events.
   • The report presented the unvarnished truth about the company's finances.
   • She appreciated his unvarnished opinion, even though it was harsh.

   Synonymesbaldbluntcandiddirectforthrightfrankhonestmatter-of-factplainstarkstraightforwardunadorned

   Antonymesflatteringornatevarnished

2. Not coated with varnishB2formal

   Literally, not having a protective or decorative coating of varnish.

   non verni

   • The unvarnished wood table had a natural, rustic look.
   • He preferred the unvarnished finish for the furniture.
   • The floor was left unvarnished to maintain its original texture.

   Synonymesbareuncoated

   Antonymescoatedpolishedvarnished