Definition

A quality of being modest and not drawing attention to oneself; being simple and natural.

Example

Her unassumingness made her very approachable and easy to talk to.

Conversation

I really admire her unassumingness when she speaks at events.

Yeah, it makes her so relatable and easy to listen to.

Exactly! It's refreshing to see someone so genuine.

I agree, it really draws people in and creates a connection.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unassumingness → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not), "assuming" (from Latin "assumere", meaning to take up or adopt), and "-ness" (meaning the state or quality of). The word describes the quality of not taking up or adopting an arrogant or presumptuous attitude.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') being combined with 'taking up' ('assumere') an arrogant attitude, which helps you remember that 'unassumingness' means the quality of being modest or humble.

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