understated

adjective
/ˌʌndərˈsteɪtɪd/

Meaning

Presented in a subtle and restrained way.

Example Sentences

She wore an elegant but understated dress.

Synonyms

subtle, modest, restrained, simple

Antonyms

bold, flashy, exaggerated

Collocations

understated elegance, understated design, understated charm

Related Vocabularies

Very hot and dry; full of strong emotions or passion.
slow and hesitant, especially due to lack of confidence
Relating to the central government of a federation.
modest; not proud; unassuming;
using very few words; concise to the point of seeming rude or mysterious
Having or showing authority; commanding and self-confident; reliable as a source of information.

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