What does understated mean?
Understated means Restrained and unpretentious..
Understated
/ʌndəˈsteɪtɪd/ · adjective
Meaning
Restrained and unpretentious..
Definitions by Sense
- Restrained and unpretentious.
- simple past and past participle of understate
Example Sentences
In contrast to the ETR220's understated green and grey livery, the Swedish train's livery is startling "Paprika" red with white stripes.
Synonyms for understated
Antonyms for understated
Related Words
Word Forms
- more understated
- most understated
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for understated?
Common synonyms include unpretentious, tasteful, unostentatious.
What is the opposite of understated?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use understated in a sentence?
In contrast to the ETR220's understated green and grey livery, the Swedish train's livery is startling "Paprika" red with white stripes.
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