Unornamented: meaning, definitions and examples

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unornamented

 

[ ˌʌnˈɔːrnəˌmɛntɪd ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

simple

Not decorated or embellished; plain and unadorned.

Synonyms

plain, simple, undecorated.

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Word Description / Examples
unornamented

Used when something has no additional decorations, often in design, art, or architecture. It implies a focus on functionality rather than beauty.

  • The building's unornamented facade highlights its modern, minimalist design.
  • His unornamented writing style makes the message clear without any distractions.
plain

Suitable for describing something that is simple and without any decoration or complexity. Can be used in a variety of contexts including fashion, food, and language.

  • She wore a plain dress to the meeting.
  • He prefers plain yogurt over flavored varieties.
simple

Appropriate when describing something that is easy to understand, not complex, or straightforward. Can refer to tasks, designs, and more.

  • The instructions are very simple and easy to follow.
  • She has a simple yet elegant sense of style.
undecorated

Best used to describe spaces or objects that have not been adorned with any decorative items or embellishments. This term is often used in interior design and architecture.

  • The room was undecorated, giving it a stark, empty feel.
  • The cake was left undecorated, with just a base layer of frosting.

Examples of usage

  • The unornamented walls of the room gave it a minimalist look.
  • She preferred the unornamented style of the old architecture.

Translations

Translations of the word "unornamented" in other languages:

🇵🇹 não ornamentado

🇮🇳 अलंकृत नहीं

🇩🇪 unverziert

🇮🇩 tidak berornamen

🇺🇦 неприкрашений

🇵🇱 nieozdobiony

🇯🇵 装飾されていない

🇫🇷 non orné

🇪🇸 sin adornos

🇹🇷 süslenmemiş

🇰🇷 장식이 없는

🇸🇦 غير مزخرف

🇨🇿 nezdobený

🇸🇰 nezdobený

🇨🇳 无装饰的

🇸🇮 neokrašeno

🇮🇸 óskreytt

🇰🇿 әшекейсіз

🇬🇪 უდეკორატო

🇦🇿 bəzəksiz

🇲🇽 sin adornos

Etymology

The word 'unornamented' originated from the combination of 'un-' meaning 'not' and 'ornamented' meaning 'decorated'. It first appeared in the English language in the 17th century during a period when simplicity and functionality were highly valued in design and architecture. The concept of unornamented aesthetics continues to be appreciated in modern design for its understated elegance and clean lines.

See also: ornamentation, ornamented, ornamenting, ornamentist, ornaments, overornament.