UNCONTRIVED Synonyms: 73 Similar and Opposite Words

uncontrived

adjective

Definition of uncontrived

as in spontaneous

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Recent Examples of uncontrived The line is sophisticated, but has a uncontrived spirit that plays on masculine, feminine, and historical references. — Marina Liao, Marie Claire, 5 Mar. 2019 That Hanson so could faithfully and conspiratorially convey that in her naturalistic, uncontrived images came from a place of friendship. — Mark Holgate, Vogue, 5 Sep. 2025 But in Patel's brooding, uncontrived performance, Gawain is remarkably alive as a man — like Patel's David Copperfield — figuring himself out. — Jake Coyle, Star Tribune, 28 July 2021 For hip-hop fans, Pop Smoke’s growling delivery, uncontrived approach and organic fame represented a return of authenticity and realism, industry executives say. — Neil Shah, WSJ, 15 July 2021

Recent Examples of Synonyms for uncontrived

Adjective

That didn’t seem to dent the energy, with spontaneous Argentinian futbol songs breaking out among scrums of fans.

— Matias Ocner, Miami Herald, 3 July 2026
Instead of limiting where an electric bike can go, its folding design creates more opportunities to ride, making spontaneous adventures easier than ever while still providing the comfort needed for longer distances.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 2 July 2026

Definition of spontaneous

Adjective

Unlike the 13 colonies, East and West Florida were largely unaffected by the British Stamp Act and other taxes that fueled resentment elsewhere because the colonies produced relatively little for the British colonial economy.

— Hank Tester, CBS News, 1 July 2026
Undergraduate lending is largely unaffected.

— Zachary Schermele, USA Today, 25 June 2026

Definition of unaffected

Adjective

Michael Jackson and Lisa Marie Presley There may still be questions about whether the romance between Michael Jackson and Lisa Marie Presley was genuine, and their secret, quick-turn overseas wedding didn't help matters.

— Taijuan Moorman, USA Today, 3 July 2026
This is a film with genuine heart and authenticity that reflects modern Britain while speaking to audiences far beyond its borders.

— Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 3 July 2026

Definition of genuine

Adjective

Five substitutes poured on, including the evergreen Michael Leitch, and Italy's rate of unforced errors increased in the face of determined defense.

— ABC News, ABC News, 4 July 2026
The Giants’ 5-4 loss to Arizona at Chase Field on Monday night followed a familiar pattern amid a season of loose threads and unforced errors.

— Andrew Baggarly, New York Times, 30 June 2026

Definition of unforced

Adjective

His authentic character and fearlessness in the face of adversity will live on forever through this distinguished award.

— Tom Ignudo, CBS News, 1 July 2026
This authentic modeling is crucial for daughters to develop a healthy body image and break cycles of self-criticism.

— Maia Niguel Hoskin, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026

Definition of authentic

Adjective

That suits the artless, unfiltered way Yo describes her life, spending a fair amount of time recollecting her own childhood.

— Leslie Felperin, HollywoodReporter, 20 Feb. 2026
By contrast, Erika is a vamp, a woman whose wardrobe encompasses high fashion and BDSM — maybe this is what makes Erika choose him to be her assistant, just as her icy, dominatrix cool appeals to the refreshingly artless Elliot.

— Damon Wise, Deadline, 23 Jan. 2026

Definition of artless

Adjective

Spot prices reflect real-time market trading and serve as a benchmark for futures contracts, ETFs and retail bullion pricing.

— USA TODAY, USA Today, 8 July 2026
Since the homemade icing on the cake is so sweet, and the real star of the show, my mom always opts for a lighter chocolate cake mix, like milk chocolate, instead of dark chocolate or fudge.

— Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 8 July 2026