unflamboyant

adjective

Definition of unflamboyantnext
as in appropriate

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Recent Examples of unflamboyant Avril Haines, Tony Blinken, these are some of the most understated and unflamboyant, deeply steeped in the culture of the agencies that they're being asked to run. — CBS News, 9 Dec. 2020 Gray-haired, unflamboyant, provincial, the very definition of keep-calm-and-carry-on, Mrs. May seemed to be exactly what England wanted. — Katrin Bennhold, New York Times, 7 June 2017
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unflamboyant
  1. appropriate
  2. conservative
  3. understated
  4. unflashy
  5. fitting
  6. inconspicuous
  7. quiet
Adjective
  • For example, Facebook could allow for appropriate levels of parental oversight of teen accounts while preserving privacy.
    — Abdulmalik Alluhidan, The Conversation, 19 Mar. 2025
  • The Board believes that this governance structure, combined with the risk assessment obligations placed on its subsidiaries related to the use of Artificial Intelligence, provide an appropriate level of oversight at this time and an independent Artificial Intelligence committee is not needed.
    — Bob Zukis, Forbes, 19 Mar. 2025
Definition of appropriate
Adjective
  • The report came from the Maine Wire, an online outlet founded by a conservative think tank based in the state.
    — Jennifer Smith Richards, ProPublica, 11 Mar. 2025
  • To justify this clampdown, Putin has evoked the defense of Russian sovereignty and conservative Christian values against the decadent liberal West.
    — Michael McFaul, The Atlantic, 10 Mar. 2025
Definition of conservative
Adjective
  • Ball, known for her unparalleled comedic timing, brings her signature wit and warmth to Helen, while Fonda plays Frank with a gentle humor and understated charm, all in service of promoting the film’s post-war optimism about blending families and building new lives.
    — Travis Bean, Forbes, 8 Mar. 2025
  • The picture is sultry and understated, almost like a Sade song in movie form, though in some ways that’s a liability.
    — Stephanie Zacharek, TIME, 6 Mar. 2025
Definition of understated
Adjective
  • Lots of unflashy organic details make Peppered Pig stand out.
    — Matt Wake | mwake@al.com, al, 1 Mar. 2023
  • As the poster girl for ’90s minimalism, Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy’s jewellery collection was decidedly unflashy.
    — Emily Chan, Vogue, 28 Nov. 2022
Definition of unflashy
Adjective
  • This feels fitting for a company that aims to make people roll around with raucous laughter.
    — Ollie Barder, Forbes, 22 Mar. 2025
  • Even more fitting is the sustainable aspect of the collection, which draws awareness to dwindling marine life.
    — Violet Goldstone, WWD, 20 Mar. 2025
Definition of fitting
Adjective
  • Just make sure to test the shaving cream on a small, inconspicuous area of the material before applying in larger or more prominent areas.
    — Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 16 Mar. 2025
  • Dave’s place in the community does not make for a great inconspicuous accomplice, especially as Dave and Nancy’s feelings for each other start to get messy and in the way.
    — Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 12 Mar. 2025
Definition of inconspicuous
Adjective
  • On the first day of the legal tampering period, the Cowboys were quiet for most of the day and then added a running back.
    — Saad Yousuf, The Athletic, 11 Mar. 2025
  • After a period of quiet, Adultery is Poison Pen’s debut commission.
    — Max Goldbart, Deadline, 11 Mar. 2025
Definition of quiet

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“Unflamboyant.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unflamboyant. Accessed 26 Mar. 2025.

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