unpretentious
adjective
un·pre·ten·tious
ˌən-pri-ˈten(t)-shəs 
: free from ostentation, elegance, or affectation : modest
unpretentious homes
an unpretentious celebrity
unpretentiously
adverb
unpretentiousness
noun
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Examples of unpretentious in a Sentence
a casual and unpretentious restaurant
a simple and unpretentious account about growing up in the rural South
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For an eclectic range of live music, from blues and jazz to Santana cover bands, Centro Cultural Breton is a small, unpretentious venue (cover typically 50 to 200 pesos) that has a following among local musicians and music lovers.
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Freda Moon, New York Times, 13 Feb. 2025
These eateries emphasize quality ingredients and straightforward preparation, offering a warm, unpretentious dining experience.
—Carissa & Dino Tozzi, Travel + Leisure, 10 Feb. 2025
Gracious yet unpretentious, the kitchen serves up plenty of sushi and rolls, but also renders some surprisingly fun takes on dishes common to other menus.
—Laura Ness, The Mercury News, 9 Feb. 2025
The restaurant is defiantly unpretentious, with a cozy, friendly atmosphere.
—Connie Ogle, Miami Herald, 30 Jan. 2025
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Freda Moon, New York Times, 13 Feb. 2025
These eateries emphasize quality ingredients and straightforward preparation, offering a warm, unpretentious dining experience.
—Carissa & Dino Tozzi, Travel + Leisure, 10 Feb. 2025
Gracious yet unpretentious, the kitchen serves up plenty of sushi and rolls, but also renders some surprisingly fun takes on dishes common to other menus.
—Laura Ness, The Mercury News, 9 Feb. 2025
The restaurant is defiantly unpretentious, with a cozy, friendly atmosphere.
—Connie Ogle, Miami Herald, 30 Jan. 2025
See all Example Sentences for unpretentious
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“Unpretentious.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/unpretentious. Accessed 23 Feb. 2025.
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unpretentious
adjective
un·pre·ten·tious
ˌən-pri-ˈten-chəs
unpretentiously
adverb
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