unflattering

adjective

Definition of unflatteringnext
as in unfavorable

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Recent Examples of unflattering Kuzovkov, who died of gunshot wounds to the head, chest and back, had painted unflattering caricatures of Putin, Kadyrov and other high-ranking Russian officials. — Vanessa Gera, Los Angeles Times, 18 June 2026 And several of the unflattering stats have tapered off a ton this last year, including sacks taken (27 in 2025, down from 62 in 2023). — Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 24 June 2026 Yellow Despite being a major staple in cozy '90s kitchens, countertops in mustard, magnolia, and Tuscan yellow can feel dull and unflattering amongst today's more subtle hues. — The Spruce, 30 June 2026 And while the situation is different, the idea of southeast Denton being gentrified reminds some of an unflattering piece of local history when the thriving Black community of Quakertown in downtown Denton was purposely displaced in 1921 in a city bond election to create a park on the site. — Kamal Morgan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 18 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for unflattering
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unflattering
  1. unfavorable
  2. uncomplimentary
  3. derogatory
  4. disparaging
  5. erroneous
  6. inaccurate
  7. untrue
  8. objectionable
Adjective
  • That same study found 39% held an unfavorable view of socialism, versus 47% with an unfavorable view of capitalism.
    — Jesse Sarles, CBS News, 1 July 2026
  • If the value of the stock declines, additional collateral may be required or positions may need to be liquidated under unfavorable conditions.
    — Joshua Harmon, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026
Definition of unfavorable
Adjective
  • Neither party admitted to liability and each agreed to refrain from making disparaging, negative or uncomplimentary statements about the other, the document said.
    — Lorraine Mirabella, Baltimore Sun, 29 July 2022
  • Though the pollen gunk will pass, he's concerned by a contingent of Twitter trolls who've shared uncomplimentary reviews of his recent North American tour.
    — Jordan Runtagh, PEOPLE.com, 21 Jan. 2022
Definition of uncomplimentary
Adjective
  • The law, passed in 2024, prohibits K-12 public schools from using any derogatory Native American term for athletic team mascots, names or nicknames.
    — Alula Alderson, Sacbee.com, 2 July 2026
  • For one thing, Aniya never said anything derogatory about KC, which even the guys must grumpily acknowledge to be true.
    — Kathleen Walsh, Vulture, 1 July 2026
Definition of derogatory
Adjective
  • Felix points to Trump’s disparaging and false comments against Haitians in Springfield, Ohio, which put a target on the back of many Haitian immigrants.
    — Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 29 Apr. 2026
  • The irony is that Trump has been more disparaging and dismissive of the military than any other president.
    — Joe Garofoli, San Francisco Chronicle, 17 Mar. 2026
Definition of disparaging
Adjective
  • In addition, the trial judge gave the jury erroneous instructions, the appeals court ruled.
    — David Hilzenrath, USA Today, 2 July 2026
  • But such fine evidence of the erroneous human touch in the publishing process is, of course, cherished by collectors of this day.
    — Guy Martin, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026
Definition of erroneous
Adjective
  • The ruling said Durnell’s claim would require a warning that the EPA did not require – but information counter to EPA’s conclusions is by definition inaccurate.
    — Sarah J. Morath, The Conversation, 2 July 2026
  • They’re also designed to be agreeable and can reinforce a user’s beliefs, even if those beliefs are inaccurate.
    — Kathleen Peddicord, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026
Definition of inaccurate
Adjective
  • That was quickly proven untrue, and Profumo resigned in disgrace.
    — Tracy Grant, Encyclopedia Britannica, 26 June 2026
  • But several of the observations were simply untrue.
    — Terry Oroszi, Forbes.com, 23 June 2026
Definition of untrue
Adjective
  • Actual theater buildings were built in Hartford and elsewhere in the 1790s but couldn’t overcome the formidable opposition of those who still considered theater to be a highly objectionable artform.
    — Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 28 June 2026
  • The list, however, does not provide images of the content that NPS found objectionable.
    — Deena Zaru, ABC News, 18 June 2026
Definition of objectionable

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