unimposing

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ˌʌnɪmˈpoʊzɪŋ/

KK: /ʌnɪmˈpoʊzɪŋ/

adjective

Definition

Not having a strong or impressive appearance; not grand or significant.

Example

The building was unimposing, blending in with the smaller structures around it.

Conversation

Did you see that new café downtown?

Yeah, I went there yesterday! It's quite unimposing, isn't it?

It really is! I almost walked past it without noticing.

Same here! But the coffee was surprisingly good.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

modest

unpretentious

simple

Antonyms

imposing

grand

magnificent

Root Explanation

Unimposing → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "imposing" (from Latin "imponere", meaning to place upon or to put in). The word "unimposing" means not imposing or not having a strong presence or impact.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') being combined with 'placing' ('imponere') to remember that unimposing describes something that does not stand out or make a strong impression.

Visually Confused Words

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