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unassuming
[/ˌʌnəˈsuːmɪŋ/]
adjective
modesto
1.
not arrogant or pretentious; humble and modest in manner or appearance
She has an unassuming personality despite her great success.
Ela tem uma personalidade modesta apesar de seu grande sucesso.
2.
unpretentious; simple and understated
The restaurant has an unassuming exterior but serves excellent food.
O restaurante tem uma aparência simples, mas serve comida excelente.
NYC Slang
down-to-earth, real
Synonyms
modest
humble
unpretentious
unaffected
down-to-earth
understated
Antonyms
arrogant
pretentious
conceited
ostentatious
vain
boastful
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
modesto
most common usage; also 'despretensioso'
Rio de Janeiro
modesto
standard usage in colloquial speech
São Paulo
despretensioso
slightly more formal alternative
Portugal
modesto
standard European Portuguese equivalent
Related Idioms & Phrases
humble pie
keep a low profile
wear one's heart on one's sleeve
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