Unornamented: meaning, definitions and examples
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unornamented
[ ˌʌnˈɔːrnəˌmɛntɪd ]
simple
Not decorated or embellished; plain and unadorned.
Synonyms
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unornamented |
Used when something has no additional decorations, often in design, art, or architecture. It implies a focus on functionality rather than beauty.
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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.
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simple |
Appropriate when describing something that is easy to understand, not complex, or straightforward. Can refer to tasks, designs, and more.
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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.
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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.