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Definition of understated

understated

/ˌʌn.dɚˈsteɪ.tɪd/
un · der · stat · ed
Adverb:understatedly
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understated Lexical Profile

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• adjective

1

Presented or expressed in a subtle, restrained, and effective way, avoiding obvious emphasis or showiness.

Example

"She wore an understated navy dress that stood out for its simple elegance."

2

Represented or estimated as being smaller, less important, or lower in amount than is actually the case.

Example

"The audit revealed that the company's operating expenses had been significantly understated in the annual report."

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• Rhymes for understated

• Nearby Words

understanding
understandingly
understate
understated
understatedly
understatement
understock

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Understated. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/understated
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