unvarnished

adjective

Pronunciation: /ʌnˈvɑːrnɪʃt/

Definition

Presented in a plain, honest, and straightforward manner without any attempt to hide unpleasant facts or make things seem more attractive.

Examples

• He provided an unvarnished assessment of the company's financial struggles.

• The documentary offers an unvarnished look at the realities of life in the remote village.

• She preferred the unvarnished truth over a polite but misleading excuse.

Synonyms of unvarnished

Words with a similar meaning to unvarnished:

• plain
• honest
• candid
• blunt

Antonyms of unvarnished

Words with the opposite meaning to unvarnished:

• deceptive
• embellished

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