unassuming

/ˌʌnəˈsjuːmɪŋ/ (bre, ipa) · [ˌʌnəsˈumɪŋ] /ˌʌnəˈsuːmɪŋ/ (ame, ipa) · [ˌʌnəsˈumɪŋ] /ˌən-ə-ˈsü-miŋ How to pronounce unassuming (audio)/ (ame, mw)

unassuming — adjective

  • unassumingpositive
  • more unassumingcomparative
  • most unassumingsuperlative

1. An unassuming person stays quiet and modest, never trying to make others notice

1.形容詞B2
釋義

An unassuming person stays quiet and modest, never trying to make others notice their skills, achievements, or social position; something described as unassuming looks ordinary rather than showy.

例句

Mei-Lin is an unassuming scientist whose quiet research has helped thousands of patients.

attributive: unassuming + noun describing a person

Despite winning a major award, Diego remained unassuming and praised his whole team.

predicative: remain + unassuming after achievement

同義詞
  • modest

    the closest synonym; used for both people and things, always positive

  • humble

    slightly stronger; can suggest lower social position

  • reserved

    focuses on quietness and restraint rather than lack of ego

  • low-key

    more informal; suggests a deliberate choice not to be flashy

反義詞
  • arrogant

    opposite of unassuming in describing a person's attitude

  • showy

    opposite of unassuming when describing appearance or style

文法句型

unassuming + noun

be unassuming

用法筆記

Often creates a contrast between modest appearance and real value: an unassuming person may be very talented, and an unassuming building may be beautiful inside. Always carries a positive or admiring tone.

常見錯誤

❌He is very unassuming and always talks about his awards.
✅He is very unassuming and never mentions his awards.
💡'unassuming' means you do NOT draw attention to yourself; talking about your awards contradicts the meaning.
❌She bought an unassuming diamond ring worth fifty thousand dollars.
✅The restaurant has an unassuming entrance that leads to a beautiful dining room.
💡'unassuming' describes things that look ordinary or modest, not things that are secretly expensive.