UNADORNED Synonyms: 80 Similar and Opposite Words

unadorned

adjective

ˌən-ə-ˈdȯrnd

Definition of unadorned

as in simple

free from all additions or embellishment the completely unadorned clothing favored by members of that religious sect

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Recent Examples of unadorned In true Joycean fashion, Ironweed wants both symbolism and naturalism, the elevated language of heaven’s vaults alongside the unadorned details of bodily filth. — Cynthia Zarin, Harpers Magazine, 1 Sep. 2026 Heavy and unadorned, this simple slab of metal makes delicious pizza pies that are crispy and crusty in all the right places. — Adam Campbell-Schmitt, Bon Appetit Magazine, 31 Aug. 2026 Hayden Heights For years, any number of drivers passing the Hayden Heights Library on White Bear Avenue have assumed the boxy, unadorned 1979 building was some form of warehouse or private office, according to library surveys. — Frederick Melo, Twin Cities, 16 Aug. 2026 Gilbert announced her departure with a brief and unadorned Instagram post on Thursday. — Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 16 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for unadorned

Recent Examples of Synonyms for unadorned

Adjective

The best power pop is simple, direct, and memorable, in both words and sound.

— Jeff Yerger, Pitchfork, 19 Oct. 2026
The lack of close coordination between these simple details undermines the structure’s coherence and intent.

— Edward Keegan, Chicago Tribune, 18 Oct. 2026

Definition of simple

Adjective

For example, users could ask ChatGPT to explain an article in plain English, summarize its main argument and supporting evidence, or answer questions about a YouTube video.

— Will McCurdy, PC Magazine, 18 Oct. 2026
Before running an unfamiliar command, paste it into a plain-text editor and compare it with the instructions.

— Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 17 Oct. 2026

Definition of plain

Adjective

And why is Owen Wilson grinning like an awkward schoolboy at Zeus’s naked daughters?

— Andrea Sachs, Washington Post, 18 Oct. 2026
Interior designer Geoffrey Bradfield raised eyebrows at his 80th birthday party at the Lowell Hotel with a group of nearly naked male models body-painted in safari garb.

— Richard Johnson, New York Daily News, 18 Oct. 2026

Definition of naked

Adjective

His attention drifts towards intimate details – the bare armpit, the small hollow at the base of Rafael’s neck – and the music follows him into this increasingly private, almost obsessive fascination.

— Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 15 Oct. 2026
In one mirror selfie, Hurley lounged on a bed with her bare legs on display, holding up her phone as the oversized ring sparkled on her finger.

— Danielle Minnetian, FOXNews.com, 15 Oct. 2026

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