Unembellished: meaning, definitions and examples

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unembellished

 

[ ˌʌnɪmˈbɛlɪʃt ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

description

Not adorned or embellished; plain and simple.

Synonyms

basic, plain, simple, unadorned, unornamented.

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Word Description / Examples
unembellished

Used to describe something that is straightforward and without any extra details or decorations, often in a more formal or literary context.

  • The report was unembellished, focusing solely on the facts
  • Her unembellished style of writing is appreciated by many readers
plain

Commonly used to describe something that is simple and not fancy, often in everyday language. It can sometimes carry a slightly negative connotation, implying something is unattractive due to its simplicity.

  • She wore a plain dress to the event
  • The room was plain, with white walls and no decorations
simple

Utilized to indicate that something is easy to understand or not complicated. Can be used in both positive and neutral contexts.

  • The instructions were simple and easy to follow
  • He prefers a simple life without much hassle
unadorned

Often found in more formal or literary descriptions, implying a lack of decorative elements and focusing on simplicity.

  • The unadorned truth was revealed during the trial
  • She appreciated the unadorned beauty of the landscape
basic

Appropriate for describing something fundamental or essential, often implying that it's the minimum necessary without any extras.

  • We need some basic supplies for the project
  • His basic understanding of the subject was sufficient for the exam
unornamented

Similar to 'unadorned', used to detail something that is without any additional decorations or embellishments, usually in formal or descriptive writing.

  • The unornamented design of the building was stark but elegant
  • He preferred unornamented furniture for his minimalist home

Examples of usage

  • He preferred the unembellished beauty of the natural world.
  • She chose an unembellished dress for the interview.
  • The unembellished truth was hard to accept.
  • The unembellished facts were presented to the committee.
  • The unembellished style of the painting was striking.

Translations

Translations of the word "unembellished" in other languages:

🇵🇹 sem enfeites

🇮🇳 सादा

🇩🇪 unverziert

🇮🇩 tanpa hiasan

🇺🇦 без прикрас

🇵🇱 bez ozdób

🇯🇵 飾り気のない

🇫🇷 sans fioritures

🇪🇸 sin adornos

🇹🇷 süslü olmayan

🇰🇷 꾸밈없는

🇸🇦 غير مزخرف

🇨🇿 nezdobený

🇸🇰 nezdobený

🇨🇳 未加修饰的

🇸🇮 neokrašeno

🇮🇸 óskreyttur

🇰🇿 әшекейленбеген

🇬🇪 უმკაული

🇦🇿 bəzəksiz

🇲🇽 sin adornos

Etymology

The word 'unembellished' originated from the combination of the prefix 'un-' meaning 'not' or 'opposite of', and 'embellished' which comes from the French word 'embellir' meaning 'to beautify'. Therefore, 'unembellished' describes something that is not beautified or decorated, emphasizing simplicity and plainness.

See also: embellished, embellisher, embellishing, embellishment, embellishments, overembellish.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #39,512, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.