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unflattering
UK
/ʌnˈflætərɪŋ/
US
/ʌnˈflætɚɪŋ/
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unflattering
adjective
more unflattering
Comp.
most unflattering
Super.
UK
/ʌnˈflæt.ər.ɪŋ/
US
/ʌnˈflæt.ɚ.ɪŋ/
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нелестный
The article gave an unflattering portrayal of the politician.
Статья дала нелестное изображение политика.
Definitions
Not favorable or complimentary; not enhancing the appearance or reputation.
The unflattering portrait did not capture her true beauty.
Synonyms
unappealing
unattractive
unfavorable
disparaging
derogatory
uncomplimentary
Antonyms
flattering
unflatter
verb
unflattering
Gerund
unflattered
Past Simple
unflattered
Past Participle
unflattering
Gerund
UK
/ʌnˈflætə/
US
/ʌnˈflætɚ/
Translations
умалять
He tried to unflatter her achievements by pointing out minor mistakes.
Он пытался умалять её достижения, указывая на незначительные ошибки.
принижать
She didn't appreciate his attempts to unflatter her work.
Ей не понравились его попытки принижать её работу.
Additional translations
отхвалить
Definitions
To remove or diminish the flattering aspects of something.
The harsh lighting in the room served to unflatter the otherwise beautiful painting.
To portray or present in an unattractive or unfavorable way.
The candid snapshot unflattered him, highlighting every wrinkle.
Synonyms
disparage
denigrate
deprecate
detract
belittle
Antonyms
flatter
unflatter
gerund / present participle
unflattering
Used attributively and predicatively (e.g., “an unflattering photo”).
Definitions
Not flattering; making someone or something appear less attractive.
She avoided wearing colors she thought were unflattering.
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