unflattering
Example Sentences
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Early designs were so ugly—with an unflattering roof line that gave the vehicle a bulbous appearance—that some frustrated employees began calling the vehicle the “white whale.”
Though both Mr. Jackman and Ms. Hudson are given unflattering hair and costumes, Mr. Brewer and the actors clearly like and respect these folks, and the appreciation shines through.
The 28-year-old did manage to land a handful of shots, however, and the fact the contest stretched into the sixth round was an unflattering reflection on Joshua.
From BBC
But if she is attempting to cast doubt on the merits of your relationship with your son and paint him in an unflattering light, that would be a amber flag.
From MarketWatch
The contrast in numbers is stark and unflattering.
From BBC
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
